standoff

Example Sentences

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The third strike on the tiny Gulf state in about a week escalated the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz to more sensitive targets.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 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

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

Mum didn't mention the rocks either, so we had a standoff.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell