| Word | Deadlock |
|---|---|
| Meaning | an impasse caused by conflict between two sides |
| Example 1 | Because of a voting deadlock, the council cannot make a decision on the business permit. |
| Example 2 | The mediator will help the opposing parties end the deadlock so the contract can be signed. |
| Example 3 | If the union and the teachers cannot eliminate the deadlock and come to an agreement, the schools will close. |
| Example 4 | Rick’s touchdown broke the deadlock and allowed the home team to win the game. |
| Example 5 | When the jury reached an unbreakable deadlock, the judge had no choice but to declare a mistrial. |
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