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to hit a snag
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to encounter a problem, obstacle, or unexpected difficulty
Slang
What does "to hit a snag" mean in work or project slang?
The phrase "to hit a snag" means to encounter an unexpected problem, obstacle, or delay while working on something. The structure is a metaphor where "snag" refers to something that catches or obstructs progress, extended from its literal meaning of a sharp object that snags fabric. It is informal slang commonly used in work, project management, and everyday speech to describe temporary setbacks or complications.
Examples
We hit a snag with the project deadline.
