Setback
(noun)
- A setback or hindrance to progress.
- An unexpected problem or setback.
- A loss of ground or progress.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from set back, as in 'put back in position', perhaps influenced by setback (adjective in the sense 'reversed in position').
Examples:
- The project has suffered a major setback.
- A financial setback made it difficult for her to pay her bills.
- The company's growth has been slowed by several setbacks.
- The recession has been a major setback for small businesses.
- The delay in the project was a major setback for the team.