American English pronunciation
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IPA transcription: ['sɛt,bæk]
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Noun
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an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
Usage examples
- The Spanish army never recovered from this setback.
- Regardless of the setback, the project continued.
- However, the aircraft has sold well thus overcoming the initial setbacks.
- The Gelsinger case was a severe setback for scientists working in the field.
- The Byzantine Empire continued suffering setbacks during the rapid expansion of the Arab Empire.
- Prior to Mayor-Elect Turner taking office, the city suffered a number of economic setbacks.
- During this period, the economy has grown constantly with only a few major setbacks.
- The outbreak of the First World War came as yet another setback for Bayros.
- This is a major setback.
- The initial successes of Petar's reign were followed by several minor setbacks.