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were obstacles
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The phrase "were obstacles" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe challenges or difficulties that existed in the past. Example: "During the project, there were obstacles that hindered our progress, but we managed to overcome them."
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were obstacles
noun
Something that impedes, stands in the way of, or holds up progress
Exact(57)
There were obstacles, to be sure.
There were obstacles from the start.
There were obstacles in the beginning.
But there were obstacles to a better life.
"There were obstacles between you, the visitor, and the ship.
"Luckily for me, I knew there were obstacles.
There were obstacles, especially, in the black establishment.
There were obstacles aplenty to the Lions' victory.
And so were obstacles like trash cans and lampposts.
Similar(2)
But there are obstacles.
Still, there are obstacles.
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