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roadblock
The term operates on two distinct levels: the literal and the figurative. In a literal sense, it refers to a physical security measure, often associated with police actions, military checkpoints, or emergency closures. This usage carries a tone of authority, restriction, and sudden interruption of movement.
Figuratively, it describes any systemic or situational hurdle that halts progress. While similar to "obstacle," a roadblock implies a more complete stop or a critical point of failure that requires a specific solution or permission to bypass. It is frequently used in professional, political, or bureaucratic contexts to describe a stalemate or a lack of necessary resources.
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Ví dụ
Lack of funding has become a major roadblock to the project.
We need to find a way to bypass this bureaucratic roadblock.
I wonder if there is any way to overcome this mental roadblock.
The police set up a roadblock to catch the suspect.
We hit a roadblock at the border and had to wait for hours.
The soldiers decided to roadblock the main bridge to stop the enemy advance.
They will roadblock the mountain pass before the army arrives.
Stop the car now because there is a roadblock ahead.