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Mexican Standoff

Definition:

A mexican standoff refers to a situation where multiple parties refuse to back down or make a move, resulting in a stalemate where no one can emerge as the clear winner.

Senses:

• Sense 1: A tense situation where two or more opponents are in a deadlock, often holding weapons or threats, and none of them are willing to take action.
• Sense 2: An impasse or deadlock in negotiations or disputes, where no compromise can be reached.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

1. "The movie's climax featured a thrilling mexican standoff between the hero and the villains."
2. "The negotiation hit a mexican standoff when both parties refused to compromise on their demands."

Local Usage:

1. "In our small town, the dispute over the community center turned into a mexican standoff between the residents and the city council."
2. "During the card game, a mexican standoff occurred as no player wanted to fold and lose their money."

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