Roadblock

usgb/ˈrəʊdblɑːk/Volume
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Law EnforcementPlay
Used for official police actions to control traffic or catch criminals. SlideThe escaped convict was caught at a roadblock.
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Unexpected DelayPlay
It can surprise drivers and suggest an unplanned interruption in a journey. SlideOn our road trip, we encountered a roadblock due to a sudden protest.