roadblock

Example Sentences

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Where the film becomes truly interesting and innovative is also where its narrative’s most imposing roadblock lies.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Travel ball begins in June, and that’s the big roadblock for softball, with many coaches and players participating.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

The biggest roadblock for many people is the upfront acquisition costs, including down payments and inspections, he said.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

She dreamed of working in Australia for a year, but the medication that changed her life proved to be the roadblock in making that dream a reality.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

There, an army officer at a roadblock stopped us.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai