setback

Example Sentences

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For the ballroom to suffer a setback in federal court, then, is for the whole world to be in sudden danger.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

Factories seemed poised for a rebound this year, making higher input costs an unfortunate setback.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

Hodgkinson still managed to salvage silverware from her challenging 2025 by making the world podium in Tokyo six months ago and is ultimately appreciative of the perspective that setback has given her.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

But in an unexpected setback, the group's agency said Friday member RM injured his ankle and would have limited onstage participation.

From Barron's • Mar. 21, 2026

I said that today was a minor setback, and that we would face worse difficulties.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela