Gridlock and Lock

Gridlock

Gridlock noun - A point in a struggle where neither side is capable of winning or willing to give in.
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Lock and gridlock are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lock" instead the word "Gridlock" as a noun or a verb.

Lock

Lock noun - One that is certain to succeed.

Gridlock and lock are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gridlock" instead the word "Lock" as a noun or a verb.

Nearby Words: locked, lockup, locker, locket, lockout
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