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

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obstacles

Despite the encouraging findings, the researchers stress that several obstacles must still be addressed before the therapy could be tested widely in people.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 22, 2026

Alex Nash, from Montreal, said closer ties would clear away the obstacles of work visas and permits.

From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026

The findings show that the system is riddled with procedural obstacles.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 16, 2026

We discuss several obstacles to a merger, how many agents might leave in the event, how many would need to be severed.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 15, 2026

Shay danced, shifting her weight back and forth on the floating board, dodging imaginary obstacles.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld