Catch and Holdback

Catch

Catch noun - A danger or difficulty that is hidden or not easily recognized.

Holdback and catch are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Holdback" instead a noun "Catch".

Nearby Words: catchy, catching, catcher

Holdback

Holdback noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.
Usage example: the only holdback to starting the new job is my contractual commitment to my current position

Catch and holdback are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Catch" instead a noun "Holdback".

Nearby Words: hold, holding
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