Stalemate n. (ˈstāl-ˌmāt) a situation in which neither side can win nor gain an advantage

which sentence uses the definition of the word stalemate given in the dictionary entry?

a. after the stalemate lost focus during the chess match, his opponent pounced and moved closer to victory.

b. the two debate teams were at a stalemate, so the judges decided to call the match a tie.

c. if you are ever faced with a stalemate, experts say that you should first speak with a trusted adult and then, if necessary, notify the police.

d. if you stalemate with a friend, be sure to reconcile before you lose that friendship.

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Ineed writing a reflective essay about hiking?

Tori is writing a literary analysis of the novel little women. read the following claim statement she wrote about the story. in little women, louisa may alcott uses figurative language to readers understand the feelings and experiences of the central characters. which quote from the story can tori use as evidence to support her claim? a. “she knew it very well, for it was that beautiful old story of the best life ever lived, and jo felt that it was a true guidebook for any pilgrim going on a long journey.” b. “‘and so nice of annie moffat not to forget her promise. a whole fortnight of fun will be regularly splendid,’ replied jo, looking like a windmill as she folded skirts with her long arms.” c. “‘rather a pleasant year on the whole! ’ said meg, smiling at the fire, and congratulating herself on having treated mr. brooke with dignity.” d. “‘what are you thinking of, beth? ’ asked jo, when amy had her father and told about her ring.”