at a standstill
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Red Bull displays are now gone from Kroger locations, and talks remain at a standstill.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
The memorandum expired Monday and efforts to end the war appear to be at a standstill.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
So, with the investigation seemingly at a standstill, Abadigga's brother took his case to the Johannesburg High Court.
From BBC ● Aug. 9, 2026
An AFP journalist saw a dozen mental health workers arrive at the school, where traffic was nearly at a standstill.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
Traffic was at a standstill, and people moved in and out between the cars.
From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar
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