standstill
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But investors had hoped for more progress toward reopening the crucial strait, where oil tanker traffic has ground to a near standstill since the outbreak of the war, sending energy prices soaring.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
The bridge collapse also caused significant economic disruption as shipping was brought to a standstill.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
The standstill at Hormuz continues to create uncertainty around global supply flows, cargo deliveries and future production volumes, said Rob Thummel, a portfolio manager at Tortoise Capital.
From MarketWatch • May 2, 2026
Talks between Washington and Ottawa are at a standstill, whereas the U.S. and Mexico have moved to an advanced stage.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
Every time the horse set foot on the course, someone would cry out, “Here comes the Biscuit!” and the track would come to a dead standstill.
From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand
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