developing obstacle

[dɪˈvɛləpɪŋ ˈɒbstəkəl]
noun phrasepl: developing obstacles
obstáculo em desenvolvimento
1. A barrier or challenge that is gradually emerging or becoming more apparent over time
The developing obstacle in our project timeline is the shortage of qualified personnel.
O obstáculo em desenvolvimento no cronograma do nosso projeto é a escassez de pessoal qualificado.
2. An impediment that is intensifying or increasing in severity as circumstances evolve
Climate change presents a developing obstacle to global agriculture.
As mudanças climáticas apresentam um obstáculo em desenvolvimento para a agricultura global.
3. A problem that is progressively worsening and requires proactive management
Supply chain disruptions are a developing obstacle for manufacturers.
As interrupções da cadeia de suprimentos são um obstáculo em desenvolvimento para os fabricantes.
This phrase is commonly used in business, project management, and policy discussions in both the USA and Brazil. It reflects a forward-thinking, risk-aware approach to problem identification and planning. In Brazilian corporate culture, it emphasizes the importance of proactive management (gestão proativa) rather than reactive problem-solving.
NYC Slang
growing headache
Synonyms / Sinônimos
emerging challengegrowing barrierintensifying impedimentescalating difficultyprogressive hindrance
Antonyms / Antônimos
resolved issueeliminated barrierdiminishing problemdeclining difficulty

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
obstáculo em desenvolvimento
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
empecilho crescente
Alternative regional expression emphasizing growth aspect
Rio de Janeiro
problema que tá crescendo
More colloquial, informal usage
Portugal
obstáculo em desenvolvimento / barreira emergente
Similar to Brazilian usage; 'barreira emergente' also common

Related Words

obstaclechallengebarrierimpedimenthindranceemerging problemrisk factor

Related Idioms & Phrases

a problem that's getting bigger
trouble brewing
writing on the wall
storm on the horizon
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