Meaning of the word deadlock in English

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deadlock

US /ˈded.lɑːk/

UK /ˈded.lɑːk/

a situation, typically one involving opposing parties, in which no agreement can be reached because neither party will make concessions

Example:

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The negotiations reached a deadlock over the budget.

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The jury was in a deadlock, unable to reach a verdict.

Synonym:

stalemate impasse standoff dead end gridlock

to bring to a deadlock

Example:

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The two sides continued to argue, effectively deadlocking the progress.

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Their inability to compromise will deadlock the entire project.

Synonym:

stall halt block obstruct paralyze

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