Synonyms for Impasse & Similar Words
Definition of impasse
- noun
- a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible; "reached an impasse on the negotiations"
- a street with only one way in or out
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"Impasse" in song lyrics
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"Beyond the budget impasse"
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"Where do we start? Afghan unity talks at early impasse"
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"Hectic parleys on to find a solution to WTO impasse"
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