Peace talks stalled after both sides refused to meet the new deadlines.
Stall:想象一辆车在十字路口“熄火”了(stall),动不了了,所以是“停滞”。
The company plans to consolidate its debt to lower interest payments.
Con(一起)+ solid(固体/坚固)+ ate。把分散的东西变成坚固的整体。
The government forces recaptured the strategic city after weeks of fighting.
Re(再次)+ cap(抓)+ tured。再次抓住。就像抓不住的风,现在又抓住了。