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No. 8,418 in French

accroc

A minor problem or hitch.

In a sentence

  • Il y a eu un accroc dans la procédure.

    There was a snag in the procedure.

    The word 'accroc' is used to denote an issue or obstacle encountered in following a procedure.

  • Sa chemise était déchirée à cause d'un accroc.

    His shirt was torn because of a snag.

    Here 'accroc' refers literally to a tear or snag caused by catching on something sharp.

  • Malgré quelques accrochages, les négociations se sont bien terminées.

    Despite some hitches, the negotiations ended well.

    In this instance, 'accroc' metaphorically represents minor problems or disputes during negotiations.

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