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When movement halts: a closer look at "standstill" vs "deadlock"
Lloyd Cooper 22/10/2024, 01:08
What is similar?
Both "standstill" and "deadlock" refer to a situation where progress is halted. They can describe scenarios where no movement or advancement is happening, often due to a lack of agreement or resolution.
What is different?
"Standstill" generally refers to a state where all movement has temporarily ceased, often implying a pause that can be resumed. "Deadlock" suggests a more severe situation where two or more parties are unable to find a resolution, often indicating a stalemate or impasse that is difficult to overcome.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Standstill- Traffic came to a standstill due to the accident on the highway.
- Negotiations were at a standstill while both sides reassessed their positions.
- Production was at a standstill because of a machinery breakdown.
- The talks ended in a deadlock, with neither side willing to compromise on their demands.
- The jury reached a deadlock, unable to come to a unanimous decision.
- Efforts to pass the bill resulted in a deadlock between the two political parties.
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