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as in halt
a point in a struggle where neither side is capable of winning or willing to give in
in their bitter custody battle, the divorcing couple are at a total impasse
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as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
the impossible impasse faced by those who opposed the war but did not want to seem disloyal to the troops
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Recent Examples of impasse
Tensions in the region have been rising in recent days as talks between the U.S. and Iran over its rapidly advancing nuclear program appear to have hit an impasse.
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Arkansas Online, 12 June 2025
The incidents occurred amid uncertainty over whether Kyiv diplomats will participate in a new round of peace talks proposed by Moscow on Monday in Istanbul, and amid growing frustration in Washington over the impasse between Russia and Ukraine.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 1 June 2025
The number of girl slaps exchanged between the governor and Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez over the state budget impasse.
—Pat Beall, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
At the center of the impasse is Iran's insistence on its right to enrich uranium on its own soil—something the U.S. and its allies view as a potential pathway to nuclear weapons.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
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Arkansas Online, 12 June 2025
The incidents occurred amid uncertainty over whether Kyiv diplomats will participate in a new round of peace talks proposed by Moscow on Monday in Istanbul, and amid growing frustration in Washington over the impasse between Russia and Ukraine.
—Freddie Clayton, NBC news, 1 June 2025
The number of girl slaps exchanged between the governor and Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez over the state budget impasse.
—Pat Beall, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 June 2025
At the center of the impasse is Iran's insistence on its right to enrich uranium on its own soil—something the U.S. and its allies view as a potential pathway to nuclear weapons.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impasse
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About three-quarters of the way through the video, the song screeches to a halt, as the video shows four men listening to a boombox.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
5 July 2025
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On the conflict in Ukraine, Ushakov said Trump emphasized his push for a quick halt to the fighting, and Putin voiced Moscow’s readiness to pursue talks with Kyiv, noting the previous rounds in Turkey yielded humanitarian results.—
Vladimir Isachenkov,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2025
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Considering its financial predicament and wealth of center backs, Barca could be tempted to sell the South American warhorse if a European rival tables his asking price.—
Tom Sanderson,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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But by making plain that the students were a token in his trade war, Trump only increased the uncertainty of their predicament.—
Lavender Au,
The Atlantic,
2 July 2025
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The tension continued to build until Mexico released the pressure with a set piece goal to break the deadlock in the 77th minute.—
Kevin Dotson,
CNN Money,
6 July 2025
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But even his involvement hasn't broken the deadlock.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
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This case involving the MyPillow lawyers is just a microcosm of the growing dilemma of how courts and lawyers can strike the balance between welcoming life-changing technology and using it responsibly in court.—
Jaclyn Diaz,
NPR,
10 July 2025
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The dilemma about his son provides the bare minimum of drama to chew on, allowing Dexter’s focus to shift toward playful topics like his new cold-blooded buddies and the peculiar nature of his new playground, New York City.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
10 July 2025
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The tiny Finnish Army—utilizing soldiers on skis and bikes—held the Russians to a three-month stalemate.—
Patrick Sauer,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 June 2025
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Then the game froze up, with the teams playing at a stalemate going into the third period.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2025
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The vinegar used to quick pickle the onions also adds a vinegary pungency to the salad, and dill and basil work together to add fresh and herbaceous notes.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
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Some foods and drinks high in electrolytes include watermelon, coconut water, leafy green vegetables, bone broth, pickles, and more.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
9 July 2025
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Toronto has plenty of holes in the roster to add talent.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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Ben Rice worked a walk after going down in an 0-2 hole, and after doing so himself, Austin Wells tied the game with a two-run single.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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“Impasse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impasse. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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