as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
the many hurdles he had to overcome on the road to success
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Recent Examples of hurdle
Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Since then, the company has struggled through technological and structural hurdles that continue to delay the launch of the new Alexa, according to a recent Fortune report.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Experts say many of the obstacles to drone delivery, most notably the technology and regulations, have been hurdled.
—Mike Gagliardi, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
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Noun
But their activities on the fringes of the law have their share of hurdles.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 1 Nov. 2024
Since then, the company has struggled through technological and structural hurdles that continue to delay the launch of the new Alexa, according to a recent Fortune report.
—Alena Botros, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
Verb
As Hurricane Milton hurdles its way towards Florida on Wednesday as a Category 4 storm, flights have been canceled, airlines and cruises have diverted, and theme parks have shuttered.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 9 Oct. 2024
Experts say many of the obstacles to drone delivery, most notably the technology and regulations, have been hurdled.
—Mike Gagliardi, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
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Despite the obstacles, many countries have committed to mediator roles.Michael Kimmage, Foreign Affairs, 7 Nov. 2024
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More recently, Rowling herself has become an obstacle to the future of the franchise because of the author’s anti-trans public statements.Jennifer Maas, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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The singer’s current single jumps from No. 20 to No. 15, leaping closer to becoming another top 10 win for the singer.Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Name Greg Norton Best known for High-flying bass player for Hüsker Dü, now leaping around stages with my new band, UltraBomb! Current city Red Wing, Minnesota Really want to be On the road touring with UltraBomb.Liza Lentini, SPIN, 1 Nov. 2024
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To overcome this, build self-awareness and emotional intelligence internally first.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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However, the article notes this training will likely be easier for happy chasers because dogs who are angry or fearful bee-chasers have stronger emotions to overcome.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
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Burgum, himself a billionaire, has also been a vocal critic of the policies of President Joe Biden to raise barriers around the extraction industry.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 15 Nov. 2024
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Seven out of 10 respondents in the study reported barriers to full access to sports.Allison Torres Burtka, Parents, 5 Nov. 2024
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In District 2, incumbent Hong Alyce Van was challenged by Victor Barrios, who had jumped to an early lead on Tuesday night.Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 6 Nov. 2024
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In the race for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat, Democratic U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin of Holly jumped out to an early lead over Republican former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers of White Lake, though the outcome remained uncertain.Todd Spangler, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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High-voltage towers surmounted this islet, the cables themselves, in the dimness, no more than spider’s silk floating in the air.Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
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But what was the conflict that needed to be surmounted in order to bring us to this gushing catharsis?Sara Holdren, Vulture, 20 June 2024
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To keep it vegan, skip the dollop of yogurt on top and add a swirl of olive oil instead.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 6 Nov. 2024
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Don't skip the cream cheese frosting, which is flavored with orange zest and vanilla.Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
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Will Swift extend her record-setting four wins in the category after besting bestie Lana Del Rey this past February and adding a fifth(!) for TTPD?Michael Savio, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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However, after besting the giant pig, Link is swallowed by a large purple rift, but manages to free Zelda just before he is consumed.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Hurdle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hurdle. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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