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blocked trajectory

[/blɒkt trəˈdʒɛktəri/]
nounpl: blocked trajectories
trajetória bloqueada
1. A path or course of movement that is obstructed or prevented from continuing in its intended direction
The missile's blocked trajectory forced it to detonate prematurely.
A trajetória bloqueada do míssil o forçou a detonar prematuramente.
2. In professional or personal contexts, an advancement or progression that is hindered or halted
His blocked trajectory in the company led him to seek employment elsewhere.
Sua trajetória bloqueada na empresa o levou a procurar emprego em outro lugar.
3. In physics and mathematics, a path interrupted or constrained by obstacles
The particle's blocked trajectory resulted from the magnetic field interference.
A trajetória bloqueada da partícula resultou da interferência do campo magnético.
Synonyms
obstructed pathhindered courseinterrupted trajectoryconstrained path
Antonyms
clear trajectoryunobstructed pathopen coursefree movement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trajetória bloqueada
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
trajetória obstruída
Alternative phrasing sometimes preferred in business contexts
Portugal
trajetória impedida
Common in European Portuguese, particularly in professional discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

hit a dead end
run into a roadblock
blocked at every turn
trajectory derailed
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