significant impediment
[/sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt ɪmˈpɛdɪmənt/]
noun phrasepl: significant impediments
obstáculo significativo
1. A substantial or considerable obstacle that notably hinders progress, development, or achievement of a goal
The lack of funding proved to be a significant impediment to the project's completion.
A falta de financiamento mostrou-se um obstáculo significativo para a conclusão do projeto.
2. A serious barrier that substantially impairs or interferes with normal function or ability
Language barriers can be a significant impediment to successful integration.
As barreiras linguísticas podem ser um obstáculo significativo para uma integração bem-sucedida.
3. In legal contexts, a substantial impediment to marriage or a contract
A significant impediment to the marriage was discovered during the investigation.
Um obstáculo significativo para o casamento foi descoberto durante a investigação.
This term is frequently used in legal, corporate, and academic contexts in both American and Brazilian English. In Brazil, it appears often in business negotiations and contract discussions. In the United States, it is particularly common in legal terminology, especially regarding matrimonial law and regulatory compliance. The phrase conveys seriousness and formal weight, making it inappropriate for casual conversation.
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