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Sticking point
01
a subject or issue over which people disagree and therefore no progress can be made
Idiom
Informal
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
sticking points
What 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.
Examples
The negotiations were going smoothly until they reached a sticking point concerning the distribution of profits.
