The result was a stalemate, with neither side able to defeat the other.

The Spanish war becomes stalemated, with neither side able to make any decisive move.

Losses in the original battle were heavy with neither side able to claim victory.

The arranged date for retrieval passes with neither side able to make it.

The letters would go back and forth with each side generally able to predict what the other might do.

The fighting dragged on for a few years with neither side able to gain a definitive advantage over the other.

Victory went to the side able to concentrate the most fire on target most quickly.

The two teams proceeded to trade possessions, with no side able to gain an advantage over the other's defense.

The battle continued, with neither side able to gain ground against the other, and without further reserves to bring in, until about 4 pm.

Tobin stood trembling at her side, barely able to stand in its presence.