stalled

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When the investigation stalled, detectives obtained what is known as a geofence warrant, directing Google to identify devices located within roughly 150 meters of the bank during the relevant hour.

From Slate • May 20, 2026

A wind-driven fire that broke out in Ventura County Monday morning stalled overnight, allowing some residents to return home.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

Washington and Tehran agreed to a truce on April 8, but peace negotiations have stalled and sporadic attacks have continued.

From Barron's • May 17, 2026

Dr Pauline Swift, a consultant nephrologist and chair of Action on Salt & Sugar, added: "Salt reduction is one of the quickest, cheapest and most effective ways to improve public health, yet progress has stalled."

From BBC • May 13, 2026

This was something I could hardly admit to myself, let alone her, so I intentionally stalled my progress to have a reason to come back.

From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman