sticking point

Example Sentences

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This could be a sticking point in this week's meeting.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

That was a major sticking point with members, some of whom couldn’t qualify for benefits as their contributions were split between two plans.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Equities trading, too, has long been a sticking point.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

Although his Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday was broadly positive, with Warsh defending the central bank’s independence, there’s a sticking point.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

But there was one major sticking point: They didn't have enough money to buy gas for the car ride home.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple