Labor Relations Jargon

noun a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock

• The negotiations have reached an impasse, with neither party willing to compromise.
• We're at an impasse in our discussion, we can't seem to agree on anything.
• We're stuck in an impasse and can't move forward until someone gives in.
• Their relationship had hit an impasse, with communication completely breaking down.

noun a person who is intransigent

adjective unwilling or refusing to change one's views or to agree about something

• The intransigent negotiator refused to compromise on any of the terms.
• She's so intransigent, she never listens to anyone else's opinion.
• He's an intransigent jerk who always thinks he's right.
• The mountain stood intransigent against the changing weather.

noun a tax or fee imposed by a government or authority

verb to impose or collect a tax or fee

• The government decided to levy a new tax on luxury goods.
• They're going to levy a fine if you don't pay your parking ticket on time.
• I can't believe they're going to levy a fee for using the ATM at that bank!
• The weight of responsibility seemed to levy a heavy burden on his shoulders.