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impediments
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anything that blocks or slows progress
- The fallen tree was an impediment on the hiking trail, making it hard to continue.
- His speech impediment made it difficult for him to speak clearly.
- Bureaucratic red tape can be a major impediment to starting a new business.
- The lack of funding was an impediment to completing the project.
- Poor internet connectivity is an impediment to working from home effectively.