obstacle
noun
something that obstructs or hinders progress.
obstacles
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pluralof obstacle.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Alex Nash, from Montreal, said closer ties would clear away the obstacles of work visas and permits.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
In your world, you don’t want obstacles, but in my world, I need those obstacles to get a higher vantage point, to see a deeper purpose.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 14, 2026
Between outrage from voters fearing higher energy and water bills, representatives fearing blame and obstacles from federal regulators, the challenges are mounting for Big Tech companies looking to meet the demand for AI.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 10, 2026
Right now, planning and building a single interregional transmission line can take as long as 18 years, in part because existing laws governing the process create arbitrary obstacles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 10, 2026
Of course, there were still obstacles thrown in my way that were a test, but I never allowed the obstacles to diminish my faith.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
