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standoff

UK
/ˈstændɒf/
US
/ˈstændɔf/

Translations

standoffnoun
standoffs
pl
UK
/ˈstændɒf/
US
/ˈstændɔf/
The standoff between the two countries lasted for months.
Противостояние между двумя странами длилось несколько месяцев.
The negotiations reached a standoff, and no agreement was made.
Переговоры зашли в тупик, и соглашение не было достигнуто.
Additional translations
конфликт
застой
разногласие
Synonyms
tie
gridlock
confrontation
deadlock
impasse
stalemate
standstill
standoffadjective
UK
/ˈstændɒf/
US
/ˈstændˌɔf/
Used attributively to qualify a noun, especially in military or technical contexts (e.g., "standoff weapon").
Synonyms
reservedly
withdrawn
unapproachable
detached
chilly
remote
cool
unfriendly
reserved
cold
distant
aloof

Definitions

standoffnoun
A situation in which neither side in a conflict or dispute can make progress or win.
The negotiations ended in a standoff, with neither party willing to compromise.
A deadlock between two equally matched opponents in a competition or conflict.
The chess match resulted in a standoff, as both players were evenly skilled.
A device used to create space or distance between two objects, often used in construction or electronics.
The technician used a standoff to separate the circuit board from the metal casing.
standoffadjective
Designed to be operated, launched, or positioned at a distance from the target or point of impact.
Standoff missiles allow the aircraft to engage targets without entering enemy airspace.
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