Stand Off

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Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of stand off

impasse
stalemate
deadlock

Antonyms of stand off

agreement
resolution
compromise

Collocations of stand off

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Frequency: 80 %

The two opposing teams decided to have a stand off before the final match.

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Frequency: 70 %

The stand off ended peacefully after negotiations between the two parties.

stand off
Frequency: 60 %

The stand off between the two countries was getting more tense by the minute.

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Frequency: 40 %

The stand off had the potential to escalate into a full-blown conflict.

Idiomatic Expressions for stand off

  • Phrase: stand off between two parties
    Meaning: a situation where two parties refuse to compromise or back down
    Usage: The stand off between the government and the protesters lasted for days.