Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hit-a-brick-wall
idiom
/hɪt ə brɪk wɔːl/
Definition
To encounter an obstacle that cannot be overcome or a situation that seems insurmountable.
Examples
- After trying to solve the problem for hours, I finally hit a brick wall and had to ask for help.
- The team hit a brick wall during negotiations, making it difficult to reach an agreement.
- She felt like she had hit a brick wall in her studies when she couldn’t grasp the concepts.
Meaning
This phrase describes a point at which progress is halted due to a severe obstruction or difficulty, often causing frustration.
Synonyms
- come to a standstill
- reach an impasse
- run into a dead end
