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Sticking point
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punct de blocaj, punct de discordie
a subject or issue over which people disagree and therefore no progress can be made
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "sticking point" and when to use it?
The idiom "sticking point" originates from the image of a point where something becomes stuck or encounters resistance, metaphorically referring to an issue or obstacle that halts progress or agreement in a discussion or negotiation. This phrase is often used to identify a specific problem or disagreement that prevents the smooth resolution of a situation.
Example
The negotiations were going smoothly until they reached a sticking point concerning the distribution of profits.
Negocierile decurgeau bine până când au ajuns la un punct de discordie în ceea ce privește distribuția profitului.
In the project meeting, the team members were in general agreement, but the timeline became a sticking point that required further discussion.
În întâlnirea de proiect, membrii echipei au fost în general de acord, dar cronologia a devenit un punct de blocaj care a necesitat discuții suplimentare.
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