blockages

noun

Definition of blockagesnext
plural of blockage
as in barriers

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  1. barriers
  2. obstacles
  3. constraints
Noun
  • For communities of color, particularly students from HBCUs, the barriers to entry in tech and cybersecurity are often compounded by a lack of resources and exposure.
    Tony Bradley, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Our work with the Global Commitment has identified key barriers to scaling those solutions, pointing to where global policy is crucial.
    Jason Ma, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of barriers
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
Definition of obstacles
Noun
  • Studies on quadrupedal robots also faced similar constraints, demonstrating slow ascent on only vertical ladders.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Turning Regulation Into Innovation Despite what common thinking would suggest, embracing constraints can actually help improve innovation and creativity.
    Kate Vitasek, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of constraints
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blockages

blockbuster

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