at a standstill
Example Sentences
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“Why would anyone want to do this to that current road with the current traffic flow issues, which is at a standstill during rush hour?” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026
So, with the investigation seemingly at a standstill, Abadigga's brother took his case to the Johannesburg High Court.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
An AFP journalist saw a dozen mental health workers arrive at the school, where traffic was nearly at a standstill.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
"I know people who run a driving school. It's completely at a standstill because of the high price of petrol," she told AFP, sitting on a beach in Simeiz.
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Traffic was at a standstill, and people moved in and out between the cars.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
