stumbling block

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The failure of the Saudi Arabia-financed LIV Golf to secure world ranking points for its events has been a stumbling block since the upstart circuit launched in 2022.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

“Corruption is a major obstacle and a stumbling block in the advancement of the party and the nation’s causes,” Xi said this week at a conclave of the party’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 17, 2026

The AA said drivers "frequently tell us that the upfront costs of new EVs are a stumbling block to making the switch to electric".

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

The stumbling block was Lloyd’s of London, the world’s largest insurance marketplace, which Neal helmed for more than six years before stepping down as CEO in January, the people familiar with the matter said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

City officials threw up one stumbling block after another to delay implementation of the Court’s intent.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson