also set-back, 1670s, "reversal, check to progress," from set (v.) + back (adv.). Sometimes backset was used in the same sense. Meaning "space between a building and a property line" is from 1916. To set (someone) back "cost" is from 1900.
双语例句
1. The move represents a setback for the Middle East peace process.
这个行动意味着中东和平进程受挫。
来自柯林斯例句
2. The team suffered a major setback when their best player was injured.
最优秀的队员受了伤，使得这支队伍的实力大打折扣。
来自《权威词典》
3. Since that time there has never been any setback in his career.
