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    Reveses (en. Setbacks)

    /reˈβe.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Difficulties or setbacks in a process.
    The setbacks in the research delayed the project.
    Los reveses en la investigación retrasaron el proyecto.
    An unexpected change in a situation that creates inconveniences.
    The political setbacks affected the country's stability.
    Los reveses políticos afectaron la estabilidad del país.

    Etymology

    It derives from the verb 'revesar', which means to flip or turn over.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a setback
    To suffer an unexpected setback.
    dar un revés
    the other side of the coin
    The other side of a situation or issue.
    reverso de la medalla
    to have setbacks
    To experience difficulties or setbacks.
    tener reveses

    Related Words

    setback
    Contrary to what is expected; an unexpected turn in a situation.
    revés
    setback
    Unexpected situation that causes delays or difficulties.
    contratiempo

    Slang Meanings

    Bad luck or trouble in a situation.
    He had a setback when he lost the match he thought he had won.
    Tuvo un revés cuando perdió el partido que daba por ganado.
    Problems or difficulties that arise unexpectedly.
    The business had several setbacks before achieving success.
    El negocio tuvo varios reveses antes de tener éxito.