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obstacles

NOUN

impediment, barrier

Synonyms

STRONGEST

difficulty disincentive hardship hindrance hitch hurdle interference obstruction restriction snag stumbling block

STRONG

bar block catch check clog crimp encumbrance hamper hang-up interruption joker mountain rub traverse vicissitude

WEAK

booby trap catch-22 monkey wrench

Antonyms

STRONGEST

advantage aid assistance benefit ease help opening promotion

WEAK

blessing clearance

Example Sentences

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Or are there real obstacles to addressing the underlying causes of many mental health concerns?

From Salon • May 18, 2026

While the obstacles to moving goods around the world may be rising, it appears that businesses still want or need to have an international presence.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Last year, the company recalled more than 1,200 autonomous vehicles after minor crashes involving obstacles in the road.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Union leaders are seeking to remove legal obstacles to the walkout.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Unable to surmount these obstacles, most will eventually return to prison and then be released again, caught in a closed circuit of perpetual marginality.

From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander