hit up against
The phrase "hit up against" is often used figuratively to describe encountering obstacles or challenges.
Definition
B2General
(figurative, informal)To encounter obstacles or resistance due to someone or something.
Example
- We hit up against several regulatory issues while setting up the business.
- He hit up against unexpected opposition from the community.
B2Physical
(literal)To physically collide with an object.
Example
- The car hit up against the guardrail during the accident.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "hit up against":
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