stalled

Example Sentences

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However, the bill's progress through Parliament stalled earlier this year over disagreements between the government and campaigners about how the new legal duty of candour should apply to spies.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The process has stalled further since the outbreak of the war in the Middle East, with Washington's attention having shifted towards Iran.

From Barron's • Apr. 12, 2026

Barger continued to call for more federal support to help finance the recovery, something that Carmona said would help homeowners who remain stalled.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Before the conflict, the labor market had stabilized enough to ease recession fears, and progress toward the Fed’s 2% inflation goal had stalled.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

Willis, who had stalled our return after Adele and Grandpa had agreed to undergo psychological examinations.

From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter