Word Finder - setbacks

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An obstacle, delay, disadvantage, blow (an adverse event which retards or prevents progress towards a desired outcome)

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After some initial setbacks, the expedition went safely on its way.

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The required distance between a structure and a road.

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A step-like recession in a wall.

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Setbacks were initially used for structural reasons, but now are often mandated by land use codes.

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An offset to the temperature setting of a thermostat to cover a period when more or less heating is required than usual.

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(possibly obsolete) A backset; a countercurrent; an eddy.

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A backset; a check; a repulse; a relapse.

Recognize that nobody is perfect, and that setbacks will occur.

Despite these setbacks, Genoa was the largest anti-capitalist demonstration in a long line.

Despite the recent setbacks in Bradford and Oldham, we have become a more multicultural and mostly cosmopolitan society.

Knowing about challenges and potential setbacks will help you prepare for them and get past them.

Quitting smoking is a difficult task, but you shouldn't be discouraged by setbacks.

Despite last minute setbacks, peal weekend went well, with five out of six peal weekend went well, with five out of six peals being scored.

This was especially pleasing in view of the various setbacks suffered during the previous few weeks.

Therapeutic vaccines have faced numerous setbacks in recent years.

How often is a win achieved without some minor setbacks?

A report in late 1995 showed severe setbacks in the move to a shorter working week.

In Oldham, having received their highest vote in 2001, the BNP suffered their biggest setbacks in the 2005 general election.

In spite of some setbacks, the future for gene therapy is bright.

This typically will give you more than enough time to handle any setbacks, obstacles or unexpected issues that can arise during a remodeling job.

Cosmetics to Go suffered some setbacks, and the company went under.

Setbacks and local codes may restrict the size of the addition greatly, an architect will know how to navigate these restrictions and how to petition for a variance should one be needed.

This guarantee helps with any short-term problems or setbacks a homeowner may encounter.

As the mortgage market experiences many setbacks, including rapidly increasing foreclosures and failing financial companies, the subprime mortgage market shrinks quickly as a result.

This classic family board game takes players through some of life's biggest moments, such as getting a job, buying a house and having a baby, while throwing in a few setbacks.

For those who fear that taking the haute pink high-fashion plunge would grant them severe social setbacks in the workplace, there are still several hot styles of classic leather briefcases.

Capricorn's quiet determination stands out above all his other tendencies.This is a sign that is determined to succeed, and despite life’s occasional setbacks, he carries on with his goals firmly fixed in his mind.

The federal program is designed to assist renters and homeowners who are suffering economical setbacks.

Helping your child learn effective ways to deal with the disorder will not only help him cope, it may help other teenagers relate to him and understand the daily struggles and setbacks he endures.

It is important to note that since young children do not go to school yet, learning disabilities and other characteristics of setbacks in their knowledge may not be as easily visible as it is in slightly older children.

And business will continue to operate and grow, dealing with the setbacks caused by events beyond our control.

Forums, blogs, and live chats for members to share their triumphs and setbacks, building a supportive community of like-minded individuals.

You know in every career path that you undertake you will always have setbacks.

You may even go trekking and overcome setbacks along the way, but ultimately achieve your goal.

Former Liverpool and England star Jamie Redknapp, has suffered with numerous injury setbacks during his career.