temporary setback

Frequency: 7.211.5 per million words

a setback that is not expected to last for a long time

setbackADJECTIVE + setback

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temporary

Examples (10)

  • His research project suffered a temporary setback due to unexpected technical issues.
  • The company views the dip in sales as a temporary setback, confident in a quick recovery.
  • Don't let this temporary setback discourage you from pursuing your dreams.
  • The team faced a temporary setback when their star player was injured, but they adapted quickly.
  • Construction was delayed, but it's only a temporary setback; we'll be back on schedule soon.
  • Every entrepreneur must be prepared for a temporary setback on their journey to success.
  • She encountered a temporary setback in her recovery, but her doctors expect full progress to resume.
  • The recent market fluctuations are merely a temporary setback for long-term investors.
  • We must remain optimistic, as this challenge is just a temporary setback, not a defeat.
  • Despite the temporary setback, the community remained united and continued their efforts.