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Definition of Mexican standoff
1. Noun. A situation in which no one can emerge as a clear winner.
Generic synonyms: Situation
Definition of Mexican standoff
1. Noun. (idiomatic slang) A stalemate, or a confrontation that neither side can win. ¹
2. Noun. (idiomatic slang specifically) A confrontation between two or more armed parties, neither of which wants to attack first (fearing that the other could retaliate), but neither of which will disarm (for fear the other will attack). ¹
3. Noun. (rail transport) A near-collision between two trains, an averted cornfield meet. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
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