bogged down

Emphasizes that there is no hope of making progress.

Describes the state of being stuck or unable to make progress.

A common alternative to 'become bogged down', indicating the process of getting stuck.

Indicates the process of getting into a state where progress is difficult.

Used to specify the area or subject matter where progress is stalled (e.g., in details, in a debate).

Often used to indicate being overburdened by a task or responsibility (e.g., with work, with homework).

Used to indicate the agent or cause of the delay, such as details or bureaucracy.