anxious; worried; deadlocked
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesadjective
extremely anxious; worried; burning with anxiety
literaryDescribes a state of mental distress or worry. Often used in literary or formal contexts.
He was extremely anxious while waiting for the interview results.
Her restless and anxious mood kept her awake all night.
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Watching the fire spread, the villagers' faces showed anxious expressions.
adjective
deadlocked; stalemated; locked in a confrontational standoff
formalOriginally a military term describing a battle where neither side can advance. Now used for negotiations, competitions, or any situation where parties are at an impasse.
The negotiations between both sides fell into a stalemate, and they were unable to reach an agreement for a long time.
The match entered a fiercely contested stage, with the scores of both teams rising alternately.
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The war has lasted for several months, and the front line remains in a state of tense confrontation.