stalled
Example Sentences
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In the third quarter, overall sales stalled, with GM reporting a 5.5% overall decline.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
In December 2024, she spoke of her "great relief" after MPs backed proposals to legalise assisted dying in England and Wales, before they ultimately stalled in the House of Lords.
From BBC ● Sep. 30, 2026
There’s also been selling pressure out of Europe, he said, and concerns about the price of oil over the next few weeks as diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran appear to have stalled.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
The Trojan offense stalled and was set to punt.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
My motor has stalled, so I get out the oars and try to close the distance.
From "The Young Man and the Sea" by Rodman Philbrick
