reach an impasse

to progress to the point that a barrier stops further progress. When negotiations with management reached an impasse, the union went on strike. The discussion reached an impasse and no one was able to propose a compromise.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Gennadios	-	Ancient Greek
Rylee	RIE-lee	English (Modern)
Kojo	-	Western African, Akan
Rodolfito	-	Spanish
Atlas	AT-ləs (English)	Greek Mythology
Arlen	AHR-lən	English