Associations to the word «Impasse»

Wiktionary

IMPASSE, noun. A road with no exit; a cul-de-sac
IMPASSE, noun. A deadlock or stalemate situation in which no progress can be made

Dictionary definition

IMPASSE, noun. A situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible; "reached an impasse on the negotiations".
IMPASSE, noun. A street with only one way in or out.

Wise words

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