at an impasse

At a point or problem that is insurmountable or from which there is no possible exit, progress, or negotiation. After hours of bitter debate, the two parties were at an impasse, and the discussion was left for the following day.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
LÍDa	-	Czech
Lincoln	LING-kən	English
Boyle	[bɔil]
Porcia	-	Ancient Roman
Asklepiades	-	Ancient Greek
Kwasi	-	Western African, Akan