setback
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This incident is a setback for AST SpaceMobile’s goal of 45 satellites by late 2026, aiming for commercial service this year.
From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026
AST SpaceMobile shares were falling on Monday morning after a satellite launched by Blue Origin was seen as a failure, which could be a setback for the company’s plans to offer satellite-internet services.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
The setback Sunday is a reminder of the difficulty rocket companies often face as they attempt to more regularly fly complex, expensive machines.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
But that is a relatively minor setback after rising more than 35% in April through Tuesday’s close.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
A setback, they said, pulling the sweets from their pockets.
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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