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obstacle course

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obstacle course

–noun
1. a military training area having obstacles, as hurdles, ditches, and walls, that must be surmounted or crossed in succession.
2. Informal. an event, situation, course of action, or the like that presents many challenges or difficulties.
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obstacle course  
n.  
  1. A training course filled with obstacles, such as ditches and walls, that must be negotiated speedily by troops undergoing training or participants in an obstacle race.

  2. A situation full of obstacles that must be overcome.

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