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Hurdle (Noun)

The act of jumping over an obstacle.

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

A light movable barrier that competitors must leap over in certain races.

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

An obstacle that you are expected to overcome; "the last hurdle before graduation".

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

The company's financial struggles were the final hurdle to overcome before they could launch their new product.
She had to clear the hurdle of getting her visa approved before she could start her new job abroad.
The team's lack of experience was a significant hurdle to overcome in the championship game.
The new policy was a major hurdle for small businesses to overcome, as it increased their operational costs.
The language barrier was a significant hurdle for the international student to overcome in her academic pursuits.