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Headwinds

[hed-wind]

head·wind

[hed-wind]
noun
a wind opposed to the course of a moving object, especially an aircraft or other vehicle (opposed to tailwind).

Origin:
1780–90; (a)head + wind1
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Headwinds is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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headwind or head wind   (hěd'wĭnd')  Pronunciation Key 
A wind blowing directly against the course of a moving object, especially an aircraft or ship.
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