Sentence examples for major setback when from inspiring English sources

The Redskins had a major setback when punt returner Richard Crawford injured his left knee.

The company suffered a major setback when it had to recall defective batteries in Fisker cars.

Fortress dodged a major setback when it managed to refinance IntraWest, the big Canadian ski resort.

However she faces a major setback when bad weather threatens to derail her plans.

However she faces a major setback when bad weather threatens to derail her planned trip to Dublin.

The nasal spray had a major setback when its arrangement with Wal-Mart's pharmacies to administer it fell through.

His reform agenda, which included an easing of tensions with the West, suffered major setbacks when he was in office.

While our kitchen conversation was of little consequence, companies around the world can face major setbacks when they don't have standard processes and channels in place for employees to give and receive feedback.

The government infighting coupled with the dwindling chance of legislative action on several key bills before the parliament's August recess will likely be seen as major setbacks when the top U.S. commander in Iraq issues a progress report to President Bush on Sept. 15.

As the trial date neared, however, MGM suffered two major setbacks when state Supreme Court Judge Aurelio Munoz rejected key claims in summary judgment.

The British historian Paul Kennedy states that while the organization has suffered some major setbacks, "when all its aspects are considered, the UN has brought great benefits to our generation and... will bring benefits to our children's and grandchildren's generations as well".