HURDLES Synonyms: 181 Similar and Opposite Words

hurdles 1 of 2

noun

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plural of hurdle

as in obstacles

something that makes movement or progress difficult the many hurdles he had to overcome on the road to success

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hurdles

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of hurdle

as in leaps

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as in surmounts

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Noun

Entrepreneurs who go down this path often face obstacles, but the journey can also be incredibly rewarding.

Hilary Tetenabum, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
Because of the stability the hook end-effector offered, the robot was able to climb steeper ladders and deal with unforeseen obstacles.

Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024

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