obstacles

NOUN

impediment, barrier

Synonyms

STRONGEST

difficulty disincentive hardship hindrance hitch hurdle interference obstruction restriction snag stumbling block

STRONG

bar block catch check clog crimp encumbrance hamper hang-up interruption joker mountain rub traverse vicissitude

WEAK

booby trap catch-22 monkey wrench

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage aid assistance benefit ease help opening promotion

WEAK

blessing clearance

Example Sentences

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obstacles

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 ● Nov. 15, 2026

The four requirements, however, could present significant obstacles to Eisenkot's potential partners.

From BBC ● Nov. 10, 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 ● Nov. 6, 2026

However, the two traditional types of magnetism present different obstacles that have limited the development of spintronic systems.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026

He was practically frantic, jumping over obstacles and huffing hard by the time he reached the back door.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack

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