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setbacks

/ˈsɛtbæks/

/ˈsɛtˌbæks/

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setbacknoun

setbacks

/ˈsɛtbæk/

/ˈsɛtˌbæk/

After months of progress, the team encountered a setback in their research.

После месяцев прогресса команда столкнулась с регрессом в своих исследованиях.

The construction of the new building experienced a setback because of the supply chain issues.

Строительство нового здания испытало задержку из-за проблем с цепочкой поставок.

The project faced a major setback due to the unexpected weather conditions.

Проект столкнулся с крупной неудачей из-за неожиданных погодных условий.

Additional translations

Synonyms

stumbling block

setbacknoun

An unanticipated or sudden check in progress; a reverse or defeat.

The project faced a major setback when the lead engineer resigned.

A distance by which something is set back, especially a building from a road or boundary.

The new regulations require a setback of at least 10 feet from the property line.

A step-like recession in a building's profile above a certain height, typically used to allow light and air to reach the street.

Many Art Deco skyscrapers incorporate setbacks to comply with zoning laws.