standoff

Example Sentences

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As the demonstrators toughen their demands, the standoff with the government has escalated.

From Barron's • May 20, 2026

But the standoff at the Strait of Hormuz has led to increased transits of smaller tankers through the canal, according to maritime data-analytics firm Kpler, which measures weekly transits.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

A standoff over the Fed’s independence delayed Warsh’s confirmation up until almost the last minute.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

An ensuing standoff ended hours later with the chief of the National Bureau of Investigation telling reporters that they would not arrest Dela Rosa while he was in the custody of the Senate.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

After a brief silent standoff, like they were both thinking, Seriously, dude?, they ceded the chair to Annabeth and sat at opposite sides of the table.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan