Associations to the word «Standoff»

Wiktionary

STANDOFF, noun. A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring.
STANDOFF, noun. A deadlocked confrontation between antagonists (see stand off and verb below).
STANDOFF, verb. Nonstandard spelling of stand off.

Dictionary definition

STANDOFF, noun. The finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided; "the game ended in a draw"; "their record was 3 wins, 6 losses and a tie".
STANDOFF, noun. The act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand.

Wise words

Occasionally in life there are those moments of unutterable fulfillment which cannot be completely explained by those symbols called words. Their meanings can only be articulated by the inaudible language of the heart.
Martin Luther King Jr.