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hurdles

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈhɝdəɫz// UK //hˈɜːdəlz// hur·dles

n. difficulties or problems that stand in your way and are hard to overcome. You use this word to describe challenges, not just physical objects.

n. obstacles or difficulties that impede progress toward a goal. Typically used in the plural form to refer to abstract challenges rather than physical barriers.


SIMPLE

The high cost is a major hurdle.

CONTEXTUAL

She cleared the last hurdle by securing funding for her project.

COMPLEX

The committee identified regulatory compliance as the final hurdle before the merger could proceed.

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