Standstill (noun)

A state or condition in which there is no movement or progress; a deadlock; a situation in which an activity has stopped.

Origin:

From stand (to be in a particular position) + still (not moving), term coined in 19th century.

Examples:

1. The negotiations came to a standstill when the two sides couldn't agree on a compromise.
2. Traffic came to a standstill during the rush hour due to the accident on the highway.
3. The construction project came to a standstill due to lack of funding.
4. The company's progress came to a standstill because of the leadership crisis.
5. The talks between the two countries are at a standstill over the disputed territory.