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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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“We just want to go home and also not be forced to sell and leave because of all these issues that are creating obstacles to rebuilding.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

It hasn’t just been the American side putting up obstacles, however.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Union leaders said they would seek to remove legal obstacles to a strike, referring to management’s attempt to halt the industrial action in a local court.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

A lesser mind would have accepted defeat, since the odds were stacked against me, but the best military leaders always find ways to eliminate obstacles.

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen