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Vocabulary Entry
set-back
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A setback is an obstacle or a problem that delays progress or hinders success.
Example Sentences
"The project faced a setback due to unexpected funding issues."
"Her illness was a significant setback in her training for the marathon."
"Despite the setbacks, the team remained optimistic about their chances of success."
V
verb
To set back means to delay or hinder progress.
Example Sentences
"The heavy rain set back the construction schedule by several days."
"His refusal to cooperate has set back the negotiations."
"Technical difficulties can often set back the launch of a new product."