obstacle
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"The main obstacle is the different standards and regulations between African countries. With AfCFTA, we could have greater harmonisation," said Yattabare.
From Barron's β Jul. 20, 2026
For many women, the obstacle is not a lack of desire.
From Los Angeles Times β Jul. 20, 2026
Discovery WBD 2.73%increase; green up pointing triangle , presenting the biggest obstacle for a deal that will combine two of Hollywood’s biggest producers and distributors of entertainment and news content.
From The Wall Street Journal β Jul. 13, 2026
The Italian was at his ruthless best in dismantling Djokovic, overcoming the player who was expected to be his biggest obstacle to success in straight sets.
From BBC β Jul. 12, 2026
It had occurred to Bigwig that in the narrow run even his dead body would be a considerable obstacle.
From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams
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As people live longer, social isolation can be a risk for older adults, who may face obstacles such as diminished mobility, limited access to transportation and often, the loss of a loved one or caregiver.
From MarketWatch β Jul. 24, 2026
Even with those obstacles, the city has reduced unsheltered homelessness by double digits since 2023, while also housing more than 1,000 homeless veterans, Bass said.
From Los Angeles Times β Jul. 23, 2026
He said streaming still faced several obstacles, including the fact that many high-end games still require a controller.
From BBC β Jul. 23, 2026
The strategy is designed to address one of the biggest obstacles in cancer care: drug resistance.
From Science Daily β Jul. 22, 2026
After about an hour, I’m keeping pace with the legacy kids as we race along the walls and take turns avoiding the obstacles Magnus puts in our path.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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