the hurdles
plural noun
: a race in which runners must jump over a series of barriers (called hurdles)
He won a medal in the high hurdles.
The hurdles is his best event.
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For those who itch for the next adventure, to immerse themselves in another culture, being a digital nomad is worth all the hurdles.
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Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
The outcome this week of the Manhattan district attorney’s case against Stephen K. Bannon, a longtime adviser to Mr. Trump, shows the hurdles that Mr. Bragg could face.
—Hurubie Meko, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
As the state looks to tighten its budget, the hurdles are even higher.
—Peter Cox, Twin Cities, 12 Feb. 2025
Lyons recognizes the hurdles but believes Cal’s highest-profile programs are currently, or soon will be, funded at levels that provide an avenue for success.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2025
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Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 18 Feb. 2025
The outcome this week of the Manhattan district attorney’s case against Stephen K. Bannon, a longtime adviser to Mr. Trump, shows the hurdles that Mr. Bragg could face.
—Hurubie Meko, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025
As the state looks to tighten its budget, the hurdles are even higher.
—Peter Cox, Twin Cities, 12 Feb. 2025
Lyons recognizes the hurdles but believes Cal’s highest-profile programs are currently, or soon will be, funded at levels that provide an avenue for success.
—Jon Wilner, The Mercury News, 6 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for the hurdles
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“The hurdles.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20hurdles. Accessed 2 Mar. 2025.
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