1. things that make progress or movement difficult; obstacles or obstructions
Usage: plural form of hindrance; countable noun

Examples

• The construction on Main Street created several hindrances to traffic flow.
• Lack of funding is one of the major hindrances to the project's success.
• She overcame many hindrances to achieve her goals.
• Poor communication can be a hindrance to teamwork.
• The new regulations removed hindrances that had slowed down the approval process.
• Despite the hindrances, the team completed the work on time.
• Language barriers are common hindrances for international students.