speed bump

noun

: a low raised ridge across a roadway (as in a parking lot) to limit vehicle speed

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That business was never profitable and is where the company hit a financial speed bump, alongside the thornier issue of a legal fight with its longtime partner WB. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025 After going undefeated through its first nine games under new coach Javier Mascherano, including a seven-game win streak, the team hit a speed bump during the past week. — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2025 No hearing has yet been scheduled for Martin, but a hold would represent a speed bump to bringing his nomination to the floor, requiring 50 votes to consider his nomination. — Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 2 Apr. 2025 This designer tote bag also zips closed, so speed bumps and potholes are no cause for concern. — Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 31 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for speed bump

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First Known Use

1972, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of speed bump was in 1972

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speed bump

noun
: a low raised ridge across a roadway (as in a parking lot) to limit vehicle speed

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