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stalemate - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'stalemate' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Stalemate [ n.]
- The position of the king when he can not move without being placed on check and there is no other piece which can be moved.
2 . Stalemate [ v. t.]
- To subject to a stalemate; hence, to bring to a stand.

Meaning of 'stalemate' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . stalemate [ n]
Meaning (1):
- a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible
Example in sentence:
  • reached an impasse on the negotiations