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- Dictionaryhurdle/ˈhəːdl/
noun
- 1. one of a series of upright frames over which athletes in a race must jump: "a hurdle race"
- 2. a problem or difficulty that must be overcome: "many would like to emigrate to the United States, but face formidable hurdles" Similar
verb
- 1. take part in a hurdle race: "this gelding hurdled fluently"
- 2. enclose or fence off with hurdles: "a maze of individual hurdled pens"
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3 days ago · The 3000 metres steeplechase or 3000-meter steeplechase (usually abbreviated as 3000m SC) is the most common distance for the steeplechase in track and field. It is an obstacle race over the distance of the 3000 metres, which derives its name from the horse racing steeplechase .
4 days ago · In hurdle races, runners must jump over a series of 10 metal hurdles on their way to the finish line. According to the USATF rulebook , men’s hurdles are 1.067 meters high for the 110-meter hurdles and 0.914 meters high for the 400-meter race.
5 days ago · A significant hurdle pertains to the imperative of engaging citizens in decision-making processes, integrating them into a systemic transformation. Environmental issues, by their nature, span multiple scales, making them complex to define and interpret. This complexity often results in confusion, inertia, and, most significantly, conflicts.
2 days ago · Nikki Sanjongco, 24, isn’t a fan of dating apps. She prefers to meet people in person. That’s an increasingly popular approach with one major shortcoming: People her age aren’t exactly adept ...
5 days ago · His dream of marrying Julie fell at the first hurdle when he discovered she was already married. Feifei 'To fall at the first hurdle' means to fail near the beginning of something.
6 days ago · McLaughlin-Levrone will be the hot favourite in the 400m hurdles in Paris when the Olympics get underway later this month as she faces the likes of Dutch star Femke Bol.
1 day ago · Aaron Judge’s call for more aggressive baserunning faces significant challenges due to the Yankees’ current roster limitations. The Yankees captain, who has five steals, ranks second on the team, with three players tied at four steals each. Speedster Jon Berti remains weeks away from returning from injury and is primarily a role player.
