stalled

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Consumer spending was essentially flat in January and edged 0.1% higher in February while the job market has effectively stalled over the past year.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

However, the bill's progress through Parliament stalled earlier this year over disagreements between the government and campaigners about how the new legal duty of candour should apply to spies.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The three unions are United Teachers Los Angeles, Local 99 of Service Employees International Union and Associated Administrators of Los Angeles — all with contracts that stalled well short of an agreement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

While some surrounding development may go ahead, the cube is stalled, with hopes for funding pushed years into the future, officials say.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

Beyond the stalled boat there were other boats, and a few water-skiers, and the smooth July waters, and an immense flatness everywhere.

From "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien