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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a complete standoff" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a situation where two parties are unable to reach an agreement or make progress, often resulting in a deadlock.
Example: "After hours of negotiation, the two sides reached a complete standoff, with neither willing to compromise on their demands."
Alternatives: "a total impasse" or "a full deadlock."
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"It's a complete standoff," said a Western diplomat here.
Tory plans to repeal the act and replace it with a UK bill of rights could lead to a "complete standoff" between Westminster and Holyrood, according to a Scottish government source.
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A: The standoff involves complex issues.
But a year after the elections and three months after Iraq's leaders ended a long political standoff and formed a government, Mr. Maliki has not completed his government and is still personally overseeing the powerful army and police forces.
But it's the back story of this work - complete with a standoff between artist and patron - which inspired Darren Waterston.
The shouting between the groups ended in a standoff.
A political standoff erupted.
A bizarre standoff ensues.
The result has been a tense standoff.
That deal defused a similar standoff.
After a brief standoff, he retreated.
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