Impasse

Definitions

1. A road with no exit; a cul-de-sac.
2. A deadlock or stalemate situation in which no progress can be made.
   figuratively

Equivalents

Examples

““It seems to me the thing's an impasse. French expression,” I explained, “meaning that we're stymied good and proper with no hope⟳ of finding a formula.””

“"Young man, this town is at a bit of an impasse. If you have⟳ any suggestion that might help⟳, now would be the time to voice it."”

“The agreement, which falls short of the sprawling changes championed by Democrats, is a significant step toward ending a yearslong impasse over gun reform⟳ legislation.”

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