sticking point

sticking point

noun

Definition of STICKING POINT

: an item (as in negotiations) resulting or likely to result in an impasse

Examples of STICKING POINT

1. The length of the contract has become a sticking point in the negotiations.

First Known Use of STICKING POINT

1946

Rhymes with STICKING POINT

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