Hurdle
/ˈhɜːr.dəl/
A barrier or difficulty that must be overcome, often used for a literal fence or a figurative challenge.
Examples
- The project faced many hurdles before it could launch.
- Training for hurdling improves coordination and focus.
- He hurdled over the fence effortlessly.
- She managed to hurdle the financial problems with clever budgeting.
- Hurdle races test an athlete's speed and technique.
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