road
block
Plural
roadblocks
1
any condition that makes it difficult to make progress or to achieve an objective
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2
a barrier or obstruction placed across a road, often by authorities, to control or stop traffic
A roadblock is a barrier or obstruction placed on a road to prevent vehicles from passing. Roadblocks can be set up for various reasons, such as during construction, accidents, or security situations. They are often made of barriers, cones, or heavy vehicles that block lanes and force drivers to stop or take alternate routes. Roadblocks are used to ensure safety, control traffic flow, or secure an area, and they can be temporary or permanent depending on the situation.
- The police set up a roadblock to catch the fleeing suspect.
- She encountered a roadblock on the highway due to construction.
- He waited patiently in line at the roadblock.
- They detoured around the roadblock to reach their destination.
- The roadblock was lifted after the accident was cleared.
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