Pronunciation: /sɛtbæk/
noun a reversal or check in progress; a change from better to worse
A1 I had a setback when I missed the bus to work.
A2 Her setback in learning English was quickly overcome with practice.
B1 The project experienced a setback when funding was cut.
B2 Despite the setback, the team was able to complete the task on time.
C1 The setback in negotiations caused a delay in the merger process.
C2 The setback was a minor hiccup in the overall success of the business venture.
verb to slow the progress of; hinder
A1 The heavy rain setback our plans for a picnic.
A2 The unexpected power outage setback the progress of the project.
B1 The economic downturn setback the company's expansion plans.
B2 The injury setback his training schedule for the upcoming marathon.
C1 The political unrest setback the country's efforts towards stability.
C2 The legal dispute setback the completion of the construction project.
formal The project faced a major setback when the main supplier backed out at the last minute.
informal I had a setback with my car when the tire blew out on the highway.
slang I experienced a setback when I failed my driving test for the third time.
figurative After the setback of losing her job, she decided to start her own business.
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