standstill
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When we pulled into a Houston-area location, we had to wait for some time to find a parking spot as the lot was at a standstill.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
His art has suffered and he finds himself at a creative standstill.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026
This week's heatwave has left "horrific" mounds of rubbish at some of Wales' most popular beaches, while traffic was brought to a standstill at beauty spots.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
As part of the agreement, Elliott has agreed to customary standstill, voting and confidentiality commitments.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Don’t ask me where she found the strength, but she stepped in closer for leverage, their blades crossed, and for a moment she stood face-to-face with the Titan lord, holding him at a standstill.
From "The Last Olympian" by Rick Riordan
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