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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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The system creates an underclass estimated at between 200 million and 357 million workers who face obstacles putting down official roots in the cities where they live.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

One of the biggest obstacles has been the lack of realistic long term climate records needed to test ice sheet behavior under ancient conditions.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

With 24-time Grand Slam-winner Novak Djokovic also nearing the end of his illustrious career, fitness was expected to be one of the biggest obstacles to Sinner's bid for glory.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Conferring with the personnel department, Bass reduced some of the bureaucratic obstacles to hiring.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

Shay danced, shifting her weight back and forth on the floating board, dodging imaginary obstacles.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld