Example Sentences

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The Knicks’ next opponent is yet to be determined, as the San Antonio Spurs and the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder are still deadlocked in the Western Conference Finals.

From MarketWatch • May 26, 2026

The proposal went before the party board, which deadlocked in a 5-5 vote.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

However, talks on disarmament remain deadlocked, while Hamas has since reactivated its police force and appears to be reasserting its authority.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

Negotiations between Washington and Tehran remain deadlocked, with only one round of direct peace talks held so far.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

The convention was deadlocked at the end of the first day.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela