A near-collision between two trains; an averted cornfield meet.
A pot that is split among the players because of a tie.
An inconclusive standoff, ending in mutual retreat.
A confrontation among two or more armed parties, none of which wants to attack first (fearing that the other could retaliate), but neither of which will disarm (for fear the other will attack).
A stalemate, or a confrontation among two or more sides that no side can win.
A three-way or more standoff.
A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
To cause or come to a deadlock.