snag

[US]/snæg/
[UK]/snæɡ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. a hidden or unexpected difficulty or obstacle, especially one that causes problems or delays; a sharp or rough projection
vt. to catch or obtain something, especially when it is difficult or unexpected

Phrases & Collocations

hit a snag

encounter a snag

Example Sentences

quite a snag of money

The only snag is, I can’t afford it!

The tourist ran up against a snag in the form of a lost passport.

the snags incidental to a changeover in upper management.See Synonyms at accidental

Overcrowded prisons are an impediment to the rehabilitation of criminals. Asnag is an unforeseen or hidden, often transitory obstacle:

A micrometeorite impact, a snag, a wayward tool or even a misstep can spell doom for an astronaut.

Real-world Examples

Peace talks in Ethiopia had hit a practical snag.

Source: BBC Listening January 2014 Collection

This is where we hit a snag.

Source: Bilingual Edition of TED-Ed Selected Speeches

We've thrown the snags on the barbie.

Source: Emma's delicious English

But in recent years, it's hit a snag.

Source: CNN 10 Student English November 2021 Compilation

" Snag? " said Fudge, his voice still vibrating with joy. " I see no snag, Dumbledore! "

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

I knew that as soon as you snagged Maria.

Source: Billions Season 1

In case I hit any snags in getting out of Dodge.

Source: Lost Girl Season 4

And 10 minutes before guests were due to arrive, James hit a snag.

Source: Gourmet Base

Only with the correct equipment coupled with right angles you can avoid the snag.

Source: Selected English short passages

We're gonna throw some snags on the barbie on Saturday arvo! Come round.

Source: Emma's delicious English

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