hampered 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of hamperednext
as in hindered

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hampered

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verb

past tense of hamper
as in impeded
to create difficulty for the work or activity of fallen branches hampered the hikers as they made their way along the narrow path

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  1. controlled
  2. impeded
  3. obstructed
  4. restrained
Adjective
  • But there’s a catch: These demos are very controlled.
    Julius Hietala, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
  • The Yankees were far more controlled, ranking twenty fifth in the MLB with 39.
    Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of controlled
Verb
  • Late in the game, #63 of the Baltimore Colts threw a great block that impeded two of the Giants defenders to spring Alan Ameche (#35) for a long gain.
    Drew Carberry, Baltimore Sun, 22 Dec. 2024
  • In addition to extreme weather conditions, the cast and crew had to contend with various Hollywood strike shutdowns that impeded filming.
    Dana Feldman, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of impeded
Verb
  • Time and again, Israel deliberately obstructed or denied humanitarian aid to Gaza, ignoring pleas from the international community, humanitarian organizations, and even legally binding orders from the International Court of Justice to take immediate steps to avoid genocide.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Many also struggle with epiphora, where tear ducts are obstructed, resulting in constant eye discharge.
    Scott Travers, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of obstructed
Adjective
  • Offering tremendous richness, with flavors of plum, morel cherry and fruits of the forest, along with a note of red poppy in the aromas, there is very good acidity, restrained wood notes and significant persistence.
    Tom Hyland, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The restrained approach has left Hermès facing one of the challenges in luxury retail: demand that far outpaces supply.
    Ty Gaskins, WWD, 20 Dec. 2024
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