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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Teenagers, in particular, wonder if they’ve been given a road block to future success.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

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

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

After driving through the road block, the truck hit a parked car and a signpost.

From BBC • Sep. 12, 2023

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

From Washington Times • Jun. 2, 2023

I know what they’re thinking: what if Dima or Mahmoud is at the road block?

From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell