block blockage decline decrease demotion deterioration diminishment failure halt hindrance impediment inaction loss reduction regression retreat retrogression stagnation stop stoppage whole worsening obstacle obstruction handicap deterrent hurdle encumbrance bar snag barrier trammel cessation drawback check difficulty inhibition end restriction discontinuation hitch termination restraint finish ending limitation close pause fetter drag conclusion discontinuance curb arrest cramp crimp break suspension manacle closure holdback stay interference shutdown chain complication standstill catch interruption interval baulk balk clog lapse expiration cease shackles hiccup cutoff embarrassment intermission inconvenience let respite setback burden rest interlude hazard delay surcease deadlock cumber brake prevention stalemate impasse glitch hiatus shutoff