deadlocked

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After a second trial last year, the jury convicted Weinstein of the Haley count, acquitted him of another charge, and deadlocked on the count related to Mann.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

However, talks on disarmament remain deadlocked, while Hamas has since reactivated its police force and appears to be reasserting its authority.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked, with only one round of direct peace talks held so far.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The jury came back deadlocked, although a majority of the panel was leaning toward a conviction.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 13, 2026

Working his way hurriedly through the alleys, circles, roundabouts, and barriers, he found himself trapped in a dead end, deadlocked and defeated.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady