hurdle
Translation
hurdle, obstacle, difficulty
Examples
He cleared the final hurdle and won the race.
He cleared the final hurdle and won the race.
Finding a job was the first hurdle to overcome.
Finding a job was the first hurdle to overcome.
Grammar Patterns
to overcome a hurdle to successfully deal with a problem Finding a job was the first hurdle to overcome.
a hurdle to ((sth.)) an obstacle that prevents (sth.) Lack of funding is a major hurdle to the project's success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obstacle, barrier, impediment
Etymology
From Old English 'hyrdel', meaning a temporary, movable fence.
Memory Tips
Picture an athlete jumping over a physical hurdle in a race. This image also represents overcoming a problem.