represent a setback

Examples (10)

• That would represent a huge setback in the fight to change our criminal justice system.
• The unexpected delay in product launch could represent a significant setback for the company.
• Failing the exam didn't just represent a minor setback; it crushed her confidence.
• The recent diplomatic failure might represent an irreversible setback for international relations.
• Losing the crucial data would represent a major setback for the research team.
• His injury represented a severe setback to his athletic career.
• Any further budget cuts will represent a serious setback for public services.
• Does this new development represent a temporary setback or a permanent obstacle?
• For many, the pandemic represented an unprecedented setback to their personal and professional lives.
• Critics argue that the new policy could represent a significant setback for environmental protection efforts.