saw-off

British  

noun

1. a deadlock or stalemate

2. a compromise

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Example Sentences

Saw off shank and hip bones neatly, and cut the meat smooth, removing any tags and jags, then pack down in an agate or clean wooden vessel that has been scalded, then chilled.

From Dishes & Beverages of the Old South by McCulloch-Williams, Martha

Saw off the surplus wood and plane to the lines thus scored.

From Handwork in Wood by Noyes, William

Saw off the tops even, so they may be put back on the pumpkins as lids, scoop out and line with parchment paper.

From Suppers Novel Suggestions for Social Occasions by Pierce, Paul

Saw off the sheave-holes, and put two pegs through at right angles—you know how I mean.”

From The King's Own by Marryat, Frederick

Saw off the post to be repaired to such a length that when the new post is burned on the length of the post will be approximately the same length as the original post.

From The Automobile Storage Battery Its Care And Repair by Witte, Otto A.