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DEADLOCK

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Deadlock.

Deadlock - as a noun

A situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible

Example: "Reached an impasse on the negotiations"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
impassestalematestandstill

Deadlock - as a verb

To cause or to come to a deadlock.

Example Sentences

"The negotiations reached a deadlock and no agreement could be reached."
"The court case resulted in a deadlock, with the jury unable to come to a unanimous decision."
"The deadlock between the two political parties led to a government shutdown."
"The deadlock in the peace talks brought the diplomatic efforts to a standstill."
"The deadlock in the contract negotiations led to a strike by the workers."
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Word Game Points

Is DEADLOCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, deadlock is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DEADLOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is DEADLOCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, deadlock is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DEADLOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 18.

Is DEADLOCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, deadlock is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DEADLOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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