standstill

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As the car came to a standstill at a junction, I spotted one of the giant black birds that seemed to have followed me around Panama, perched imperiously on the side of the road.

From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026

Instead, the two sides reached a cooperation agreement, under which Elliott agreed to customary standstill and voting provisions, Norwegian said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

The traffic was so bad it came to a standstill so he checked his cellphone.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

Sri Lanka's private bus services ground to a near standstill on Monday after operators went on strike demanding a fare revision to pay for rising fuel costs.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

“I do not think so, Monsieur. The train being at a standstill prevented me from dozing off as I usually do.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie