Breakthrough and Impasse

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Breakthrough noun - An instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill.

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Impasse is an antonym for breakthrough.

Impasse noun - A point in a struggle where neither side is capable of winning or willing to give in.

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Breakthrough is an antonym for impasse in stalemate topic.

Nearby Words: impassive, impassable, impassible

short	short breakthrough	short impasse
real	real breakthrough	real impasse

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