roadblock

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Where the film becomes truly interesting and innovative is also where its narrative’s most imposing roadblock lies.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Travel ball begins in June, and that’s the big roadblock for softball, with many coaches and players participating.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Justice Department on Friday said it would end its probe into Powell, clearing a major roadblock to Warsh’s confirmation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 26, 2026

She dreamed of working in Australia for a year, but the medication that changed her life proved to be the roadblock in making that dream a reality.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

Whenever we were approaching a roadblock, I would quietly start reciting prayers that I hoped would aid my passing through it.

From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah