General
headwinds
What does headwinds mean?
Adverse conditions or obstacles making it harder to achieve a goal.
"We face real headwinds with the economy this quarter."
Origin
Sailing/aviation metaphor (wind against you).
Frequently asked questions
What does headwinds mean in business?
It means adverse conditions or obstacles that make it harder to reach a goal.
How do you use headwinds in a sentence?
For example: 'We face real headwinds with the economy this quarter.'
What's the opposite of headwinds?
Tailwinds, which are favourable forces that help you move faster.
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