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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