
Barrier
Physical Presence
The 'barrier' often refers to tangible objects like walls or fences.

The barrier around the construction site kept pedestrians safe.
Metaphorical Use
Sometimes 'barrier' is used metaphorically to describe non-physical challenges.

His fear of failure became a barrier to his success.
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BlockadeBoundaryFenceHurdleObstaclePartitionRampartWall
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