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obstacle

[ob-stuh-kuhl] / ˈɒb stə kəl /


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But many legal scholars, and at least some judges, believe there is a path around this obstacle.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Another obstacle keeping would-be buyers out of the housing market: surging HOA fees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Launch costs, however, are still a major obstacle holding firms back from producing at scale in orbit, as well as from pursuing other ventures.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

"Adapting to screen time, if they haven't had it or it's been very severely limited, is just another obstacle for them to overcome."

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

My dad showed people his ticket, and we eventually made our way to the gate, weaving our way through the obstacle course of people lying on the floor.

From "How Dare the Sun Rise" by Sandra Uwiringiyimana




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