noun a situation or course of action that leads to nothing
In urban planning, a blind alley refers to a dead-end street or cul-de-sac that has no outlet, often leading to limited accessibility and potential safety concerns.
In architecture, a blind alley can refer to a narrow passageway or corridor that has no exit, leading to a feeling of being trapped or isolated.
Blind alley can also be used metaphorically to describe a situation or decision that leads to a dead end or offers no viable solutions.
In criminal investigation, a blind alley can refer to a line of inquiry or lead that turns out to be unproductive or leads to a dead end.
In literature, the term 'blind alley' is often used metaphorically to describe a situation or plot development that leads to a dead end or has no resolution.
Psychologists may use the term 'blind alley' to describe a situation in therapy where progress has stalled or where the client is unable to move forward in their personal growth.
Urban planners may refer to a 'blind alley' as a dead-end street or cul-de-sac that does not connect to other roads, potentially causing traffic or pedestrian flow issues.
Investigators may use the term 'blind alley' to describe a line of inquiry that leads to no useful information or evidence in a case.