Stalemate (Verb)
Meaning
Subject to a stalemate.
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.
Examples
- Negotiations ended in a stalemate, with neither side willing to concede.
- The peace talks were in danger of being stalled, subject to a stalemate over key demands.
- The proposed legislation was at risk of falling through due to being subject to a stalemate in the senate.
- The board of directors was subject to a stalemate in decision-making, with two members opposing the merger.
- The international talks were stuck in limbo, subject to a stalemate between the rival factions.