Door Mechanism Opened by Key; a Stalled Situation
This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Casino, Group 270, Puzzle 4 (Harry Kavakas).
Question is: Door Mechanism Opened by Key; a Stalled Situation
and the answer is: DEADLOCK
Word Meaning:
DEADLOCK — A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
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