3、Despite his best efforts, John felt trapped in a job that offered no opportunities for growth or advancement, leaving him feeling stuck and stagnant in his career, with no sign of progress on the horizon.
4、The once vibrant and bustling city has now become a ghost town, with boarded-up shops and deserted streets, a clear illustration of how economic stagnation can cripple even the most prosperous communities.
5、Sarah's dreams of becoming a novelist seemed to be at a standstill, as she struggled to find inspiration and her writing remained stagnant, imprisoned by self-doubt and creativity blockage.
