deadlock

  1. Noun.  A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
  2. Noun.  (computing) An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
  3. Verb.  to cause or to come to a deadlock.

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