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stagnation

NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. stagnation
2. tie-up

This noun and verb (する) describe a state of stagnation, where progress slows down or comes to a halt. It is used in contexts such as economic stagnation, a stalled project, or weather systems that remain stationary over an area.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

The closer a deadline gets, the more my thinking tends to stall for some reason.

Sentence 2

The battery died halfway through and everything just ground to a halt.

Sentence 3

I was told, "If your application is stalled, additional documents will be required."

Sentence 4

The budget cuts caused development to stall.

Sentence 5

An unexpected spec change brought the workflow to a standstill.