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Meaning of stumbling block | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

A hindrance, obstacle or impediment; an opportunity for error.

idiomatic

Equivalents

Examples

“Idioms are a common stumbling block for learners of a language.”
“And by opting not to enforce the law in the recent strikes, industry leaders signalled a reluctance to aggravate a dispute in which many believe the stumbling block is not TOCs, but the Westminster government.”

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

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