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obstacles

Divide obstacles into syllables:

ob · sta · cles

How to pronounce obstacles:

Synonyms for obstacles:

barrier
barriers
block
blockage
blocks
burdens
chains
clogs
constraints
cramps
deterrents
embarrassments
encumbrances
handicaps
hazard
hindrance
hindrances
hitches
hurdle
hurdles
impediment
impediments
inhibitions
interferences
lets
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Antonyms for obstacles:

answers
clarifications
conclusions
cure-alls
elucidations
explanations
explications
findings
magic bullets
outcomes
panaceas
quick fixes
resolutions
results
silver bullets
solutions
unravellings
unravelments
ways out

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