deadlock in French
deadlock in French is impasse, interblocage, étreinte fatale — deadlock means a complete standstill caused by two equally matched sides refusing to give way.
deadlock in French
impasse
A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
interblocage
(computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
étreinte fatale
(computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
What does "deadlock" mean?
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noun A complete standstill caused by two equally matched sides refusing to give way.
"Talks between the union and management ended in deadlock."
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verb To bring negotiations, a process, or a system to a complete standstill.
"The two committees deadlocked over the budget for weeks."
deadlock in a sentence
- Talks between the union and management ended in deadlock.
- The vote resulted in a deadlock, with neither side reaching a majority.
- The two committees deadlocked over the budget for weeks.
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Frequently asked questions
What is "deadlock" in French?
"deadlock" in French is impasse, interblocage, étreinte fatale. deadlock means: A complete standstill caused by two equally matched sides refusing to give way.
How do you use "deadlock" in a sentence?
Example: "Talks between the union and management ended in deadlock." In French, "deadlock" is impasse, interblocage, étreinte fatale.
Are there other ways to say "deadlock" in French?
Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "deadlock": impasse, interblocage, étreinte fatale.
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