dead end

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Despite the promising findings, the research reached a dead end because scientists could not determine the molecules' exact three dimensional structures.

From Science Daily • Jul. 6, 2026

The island is inching closer to a humanitarian crisis, and its insolvent government faces a dead end.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

Owners Jingye seemed reluctant to ensure continued operations, and negotiations with the Chinese company to invest in new operations alongside government support hit a dead end.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

“It’s a dead end or a bridge to nowhere.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 26, 2026

The arrows undulated again, and with every step he took, they led the way to the dead end of the hall.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova