
Headwind
Literal Meaning
Refers to actual wind against a ship or plane, making travel harder.

The pilot reported a strong headwind, delaying our flight.
Physical Challenges
Used to describe physical struggles similar to facing wind while moving.

They faced a real headwind while biking uphill.
Not Just Weather
While related to nature, it often explains difficulty in a journey or mission.

Her headwind was the mountain terrain, not the actual wind.
Compare with
BarrierDifficultHindranceImpasseImpedimentObstructionResistanceTrouble
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