Definition of Stalemate

a situation in which movement is not possible by either side

Examples of Stalemate in a sentence

A stalemate was reached when neither of the chess players could make a legitimate move.  🔊

If the stalemate is not broken, the two leaders will leave the meeting without signing a treaty.  🔊

The judge dismissed the jury after the group failed to end their stalemate in two weeks.  🔊

Because the union is unwilling to be flexible, the stalemate will continue to keep the airline grounded.  🔊

The mediator called for a break when he realized the opposing sides had reached a stalemate and were no longer making progress.  🔊

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