| 单词 | obstacle |
| 释义 | obstacle (ɒbstəkəl ) Word forms: obstacles 1. countable noun An obstacle is an object that makes it difficult for you to go where you want to go, because it is in your way. Most competition cars will only roll over if they hit an obstacle. He left her to navigate her own way round the trolleys and other obstacles. Synonyms: obstruction, block, barrier, hurdle 2. countable noun You can refer to anything that makes it difficult for you to do something as an obstacle. Overcrowding remains a large obstacle to improving conditions. [+ to] To succeed, you must learn to overcome obstacles. Synonyms: hindrance, check, bar, block Collocations: formidable obstacle The most formidable obstacle was the British legal system. Times, Sunday Times (2009) The project faces formidable obstacles. Times, Sunday Times (2009) There were still formidable obstacles in the way of a legal transition of power. The Collins History of the World in the 20th Century (1994) This should not be seen as an insurmountable obstacle to their use. Times, Sunday Times (2016) But his lack of form looks likely to prove an insurmountable obstacle. The Sun (2016) There are no insurmountable obstacles stopping other countries from reforming. Times, Sunday Times (2011) The move has been criticised for failing to help first-time buyers whose main obstacle is securing a mortgage. Times, Sunday Times (2010) The cost is the main obstacle to high dosage. The Beat Fatigue Workbook - how to identify the causes (1988) That is now the main obstacle facing medical staff. Times, Sunday Times (2007) Poverty presented the major obstacle to their plans. America Past and Present (1995) And we still face major obstacles. Times, Sunday Times (2015) Three major obstacles stood in the way of their recovery. Smithsonian Mag (2017) Giving children self-confidence and the ability to overcome obstacles is obviously useful in their education. The Descent of Mind - the how and why of intelligence (1990) We have managed to overcome huge obstacles. Times, Sunday Times (2012) He overcame various obstacles to secure a record deal. The Sun (2012) Major political obstacles will be standing in the way. Houston Chronicle And political obstacles may limit the growth of new economic superpowers. Times, Sunday Times He dismisses too lightly the political obstacles to the changes he wants to see. Times, Sunday Times Private faith in the common good spurred these citizens to act despite political obstacles, financial difficulties, or public indifference. The Times Literary Supplement This could give both countries the confidence to press ahead with reforms, despite the political obstacles. Times, Sunday Times However, frequent intersections as they occur in a regular grid would pose an obstacle to their effective application. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Park staff actively assist turtle nesting by removing debris from beaches that might pose an obstacle to adults and hatchlings. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Tensions and injuries pose obstacles and strain as the time passes, locked away from battle and the men they love. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In situations in which security and survivability of hardware or data are paramount, or in which resources are limited, rapid obsolescence can pose obstacles to smooth or continued operations. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 A later view characterizes the essential agon of comedy as a struggle between a relatively powerless youth and the societal conventions that pose obstacles to his hopes. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In the past these meanings were thought to be opposites and pleasure was regarded as a potential obstacle to virtue. Times, Sunday Times The second potential obstacle concerns tax. Times, Sunday Times However, as you're now discovering, each cleared up a potential obstacle. Times, Sunday Times Successful requests for flexible working tend to be those where the individual has suggested ways for overcoming potential obstacles. Times, Sunday Times Still, first you investigate, consult experts and consider the facts, timing and potential obstacles. Times, Sunday Times The belated adoption of quantitative easing was right but it has practical obstacles. Times, Sunday Times Usually your persistence and charm enable you to overcome everything from practical obstacles to difficult individuals. Times, Sunday Times It faces serious ideological and practical obstacles, not least the intense pressure on government spending. Times, Sunday Times Apple points to a range of practical obstacles to complying with the draft bill. Times, Sunday Times Dealing with this week's menu of practical obstacles — and situations in which others seem deliberately to misunderstand your intentions — won't be much fun. Times, Sunday Times These sums do not present an obstacle to those who can ask their parents for a subsidy. Times, Sunday Times (2010) Poverty presented the major obstacle to their plans. America Past and Present (1995) Do they know that excellence can actually present an obstacle to many people? Christianity Today (2000) Her lack of dancing ability has not yet proved an obstacle to staying in the competition. Times, Sunday Times (2010) Their determination to protect farmers proved a serious obstacle. The Collins History of the World in the 20th Century (1994) Their size has not proved an obstacle to performance. Times, Sunday Times (2009) Few would seriously suggest that any regulatory obstacles should have been put in the way of the sale. Times, Sunday Times For a while it seemed formidable regulatory obstacles would prevent them from fighting under rules. Times, Sunday Times The two groups have tried to merge on three earlier occasions, and regulatory obstacles are now thought less likely owing to the fragmented nature of the global music industry. Times, Sunday Times That's all good news for business investment so long as we can overcome some of the regulatory obstacles that currently exist. Times, Sunday Times However, their archaic technology, regulatory obstacles and legacy systems have made it difficult to be nimble. Times, Sunday Times This causes a serious obstacle in organizations attempting to adopt telecommuting. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The mount was lowered somewhat in 1615, but remained a serious obstacle. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Nevertheless, the wet ditches in front of its old walls presented a serious obstacle to an attacker. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 However, other countries had no specific probative measure in the field of infringement, which was a serious obstacle to the enforcement of intellectual property rights. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The fear of responsibility turns out to be a serious obstacle to his maturation into full adulthood (a fact not lost on the character himself). Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Such beliefs and practices self-evidently constitute a significant obstacle to the reputation, peace and prosperity of the region. Times, Sunday Times A conviction would not preclude her becoming a police officer but would be likely to pose a significant obstacle. Times,Sunday Times There they encountered the last significant obstacle. ST Injuries have been the most significant obstacle for both, with neither having had a season free of the persistent niggles or more serious problems that have plagued them. Times, Sunday Times Before either goal can be achieved, however, one significant obstacle has to be overcome. Times, Sunday Times There are substantial obstacles to his takeover, however. Times, Sunday Times There remain, however, substantial obstacles before cars and aircraft are all running on algae. Times, Sunday Times Substantial obstacles to union remain, suggesting that differences may be irreconcilable. Times, Sunday Times There are several substantial obstacles to surmount, however. Times, Sunday Times He would tackle any obstacle. The Sun There was no host with a mullet, or rubbish go-karts, as he tackled an obstacle course. The Sun Different characters offer new ways to tackle the obstacles within the game. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Both of them are trying to tackle the obstacles like family, societal views. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It will brake if a pedestrian suddenly appears on the road, and take control to avoid unexpected obstacles. The Sun You may find unexpected obstacles being thrown in your path from unexpected sources today, so it's no wonder you're struggling to make positive progress. The Sun What you learn about their difficulties and, even more, sudden developments, will explain various unexpected obstacles and spur you to rethink several much cherished but increasingly unworkable plans. Times, Sunday Times Commentators have often admired the syntax of that passage as the vertical ascent modulates into a circular movement, meeting unexpected obstacles with no guarantee of reaching the goal. The Times Literary Supplement It will have the bipedal gait necessary to surmount unexpected obstacles and scale dunes of sand, and the humanoid appearance of a robot designed to work comfortably alongside astronauts. Times, Sunday Times While these measures go a long way toward removing unnecessary obstacles, they don't remove them all. Christianity Today Who are we to say that these countries are unnecessary obstacles? Times, Sunday Times The object ensures that technical negotiations and standards, as well as testing and certification procedures, do not create unnecessary obstacles to trade. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 There should be no unnecessary obstacles that would exclude communities from having a radio broadcaster. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 障碍 Japanese: 障害物 |
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