plural sticking points
: something that people disagree about and that prevents progress from being made in discussions
The length of the contract has become a sticking point in the negotiations.
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“Sticking point.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/sticking%20point. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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