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impediments

noun

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Meaning

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things that make it difficult to do something or move forward

Example Sentence

Lack of funding and resources were major impediments to the project's success.

Usage Note

Used to describe anything that slows down, stops, or makes a task harder to complete, whether it's a physical barrier, a rule, a lack of skill, or a personal challenge.