Goad and Obstruction

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Goad noun - Something that arouses action or activity.

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Obstruction is an antonym for goad.

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

Obstruction noun - Something that makes movement or progress difficult.

Usage example: an obstruction in the drain has the water all backed up

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Goad is an antonym for obstruction.

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