setbacks
Example Sentences
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When there are unknowns about how an industry will metabolize certain technological changes, they want to hire someone who bounces back from mistakes and takes setbacks in stride.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 13, 2026
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing growing discontent from some residents, a fraying relationship with the City Council and policy setbacks.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
His progress has been disrupted by injury setbacks since, including a fracture in his back.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
Those setbacks have increased interest in treatments that can act more precisely.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 7, 2026
He calmly eats the crust, half swallows, and says, “Oh, do stop whining, Ed! We all have our duties here. We all suffer. We all endure our setbacks for the greater good of mankind.”
From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak
