an array of obstacles

[/ən əˈreɪ əv ˈɑbstəklz/]
noun phrasepl: arrays of obstacles
uma série de obstáculos
1. a collection or range of difficulties, problems, or barriers that impede progress or achievement
The startup faced an array of obstacles in securing funding and navigating regulatory requirements.
A startup enfrentou uma série de obstáculos ao tentar conseguir financiamento e navegar pelos requisitos regulatórios.
2. multiple varied impediments or hindrances presented together
Athletes must overcome an array of obstacles during their training to reach championship level.
Os atletas devem superar uma série de obstáculos durante seu treinamento para atingir o nível de campeonato.
This phrase is commonly used in business, academic, and motivational contexts in both English and Portuguese-speaking cultures. It reflects the idea that success requires persistence through multiple challenges. In Brazilian Portuguese, similar expressions emphasize the collective nature of difficulties rather than individual problems.
NYC Slang
a bunch of roadblocks / mad obstacles in your way
Synonyms / Sinônimos
a host of obstaclesa range of difficultiesa multitude of barriersa series of impedimentsnumerous challenges
Antonyms / Antônimos
clear pathsmooth sailingabsence of obstaclesopen road

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
uma série de obstáculos
Most common and formal usage across Brazil
General Brazilian
um conjunto de obstáculos
Alternative, equally acceptable variant
Portugal
um conjunto de obstáculos
Preferred in European Portuguese
Informal Brazilian
uma porção de obstáculos
More colloquial variant used in casual speech

Related Words

impedimentbarrierdifficultychallengehurdle

Related Idioms & Phrases

face an array of obstacles
overcome an array of obstacles
encounter an array of obstacles
clear an array of obstacles
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