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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Whether we planned for them or not, the road is filled with obstacles, detours and dead ends.
From Salon ● Aug. 24, 2026
UT Dallas researchers and their collaborators have now addressed one of the biggest obstacles to producing zirconia restorations with 3D printing.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 23, 2026
To appreciate just how complex that relationship can be, consider the obstacles you confront when trying to construct an econometric model to predict the stock market’s future return.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 20, 2026
Drone operators have faced regulatory obstacles, safety and privacy concerns, and limitations when flying in inclement weather.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
I do not know the name of the village that we were in and didn’t bother to ask, since I was busy trying to survive the everyday obstacles.
From "A Long Way Gone: Memoirs of a Boy Soldier" by Ishmael Beah
