더 이상 진전이 없는 교착 상태나 곤경
a situation in which no progress is possible, especially because of disagreement; a deadlock
예문:
"The peace talks reached a complete impasse after both sides refused to compromise on the border issue."
"Management and the labor union are at an impasse regarding the proposed wage increase."
"To break the diplomatic impasse, a neutral mediator was invited to the discussion."
길이 막혀서 더 이상 나갈 수 없는 막다른 골목
a road or passage having no exit; a blind alley
예문:
"The narrow street ended in a quiet impasse surrounded by tall brick walls."
"We realized we had taken a wrong turn when the road led to a sudden impasse."