receive a setback
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- The project received a major setback due to unexpected technical issues.
- After initial success, the team received a significant setback in the second half of the season.
- She received a temporary setback in her recovery but remains optimistic.
- The company's expansion plans received an unexpected setback when the deal fell through.
- Despite receiving a minor setback, they continued to push forward with their research.
- The government's new policy proposal received a political setback in parliament.
- If we receive another setback like that, the entire mission could be jeopardized.
- No one expected the campaign to receive such a severe setback so early on.
- He had to overcome several challenges after receiving a considerable setback in his career.
- The reform efforts received an unfortunate setback when public support waned.