What is another word for dealt a blow?
Pronunciation: [dˈɛlt ɐ blˈə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
When something unfortunate happens and you are thrown into a difficult situation, that is when you can say that you have been dealt a blow. However, there are several other ways to describe it too. You could be hit hard, knocked down, or taken aback. You could be floored, blindsided, or stymied. Another word you could use is setback - a temporary or small interruption to your progress. Being faced with a challenge could also be considered a curveball, or a difficult problem to solve. Whichever way you choose to describe it, the important thing is to keep moving forward and find a way to overcome it.
