standoff

Example Sentences

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The standoff comes as the Trump administration expands pressure on Mexican cartels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

"But everything has a limit," he cautioned, refusing to rule out imposing a state of emergency if the standoff continued.

From Barron's • May 25, 2026

His critics argue that the nuclear deal shows that only with concessions from both sides can he reach a deal with Tehran that will bring a durable end to the current standoff.

From The Wall Street Journal • 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

He once came upon Pete in their front yard, in a standoff with another boy.

From "Unbroken" by Laura Hillenbrand