obstacle
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The next month, Revels would become the first African American sworn in to either the Senate or House of Representatives, but there was still an obstacle to overcome.
From Slate β Nov. 12, 2026
The remaining fortress belt cities provide Ukraine with a strong defensive line and are a major obstacle to any Russian advance.
From BBC β Nov. 10, 2026
Achieving these results required overcoming an unexpected practical obstacle.
From Science Daily β Nov. 9, 2026
Serhant argued that the system has become an obstacle to moving, with consequences that have developed over many years.
From MarketWatch β Nov. 9, 2026
For a second, I think maybe Lara will be so focused on completing the obstacle course that she might leave me alone, but then she turns to face me with that little grin of hers.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
Despite the intimidation and the obstacles he and other medics face, he remains determined - his goal is to help put an end to the disease.
From BBC β Nov. 15, 2026
The four requirements, however, could present significant obstacles to Eisenkot's potential partners.
From BBC β Nov. 10, 2026
Nevertheless, Arab-led parties have insisted they will not let Eisenkot’s conditions be obstacles to supporting him, Scheindlin said.
From Los Angeles Times β Nov. 7, 2026
So far, Eisenkot appears likely to have the first shot because more lawmakers endorsed him, but obstacles remain, such as whether he will take on support from Arab or ultraorthodox parties.
From The Wall Street Journal β Nov. 6, 2026
Yet our ability to exercise free will and transcend the most extraordinary obstacles does not make the conditions of our life irrelevant.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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