stumbling block
Frequency: 7.518.2 per million words
figurative, an obstacle
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Examples (10)
- The issue has been a major stumbling block in trade negotiations.
- My fear of public speaking was a huge stumbling block to my career advancement.
- Lack of funding proved to be the biggest stumbling block for the research project.
- For many students, grammar is the main stumbling block when learning a new language.
- A significant stumbling block to peace is the disagreement over borders.
- They worked together to overcome the final stumbling block and complete the deal.
- Self-doubt can be a powerful stumbling block on the path to success.
- What do you consider the primary stumbling block in achieving our quarterly goals?
- The complex legal system was a stumbling block for social reform in that era.
- The new regulations will likely be a stumbling block for small businesses.