Nemeses

His phobia of heights was one of his nemeses that prevented him from enjoying outdoor activities.

The journalist's nemeses, the lack of reliable sources and conflicting information, made it hard for her to report the truth.

His fear of public speaking was his nemeses when it came to advancing his career.

Her fear of public speaking was one of her nemeses in her career advancement.

Time management and work overload were his nemeses at the workplace.

Growing up in poverty, she believed that a life of struggle was her nemeses.

He had a feeling of foreboding that the car accident he had avoided would ultimately prove to be his nemeses.

Writer's block and self-doubt were his nemeses when it came to writing.