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road block

NOUN
something preventing progress
Synonyms
WEAK
barrier blank wall catch complication deterrent difficulty discouragement drawback hindrance hitch hurdle impediment limitation obstacle obstruction snag stone in one's path stumbling block

Example Sentences

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“I’m a U.S. citizen,” he recounted telling ICE officers at the road block.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

Unlike Ms Ahmad's son, the road block was not religious tensions, but her own father, scared of what others would think.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2024

Last season, though, brought another road block for Porter and his back.

From Washington Times • Jun. 2, 2023

The proposed arena and entertainment district are set to go to a referendum in May, but now the Coyotes’ bid to find a permanent home has hit another road block.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 5, 2023

Nobody in the minibus says anything as we clear the road block and speed along the open road, heading for Aleppo and a nonexistent uncle.

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell