as in to hinder
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
the construction work impeded the smooth running of the office for several months
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Recent Examples of impede
Will Ukraine be involved? Zelenskyy will not be part of the summit, which the Ukrainian president said could impede peace talks.
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Sarah Beth Hensley, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2025
During a future crisis, China could use these pre-positioned capacities to delay military mobilizations, impede air traffic control systems, or cause cascading power outages.
—Anne Neuberger, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2025
At least 600 were charged with the felony of assaulting or impeding law enforcement.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
The case was brought by a coalition of 17 nonprofit groups which argued adhering to President Trump's position on gender was impeding their ability to assist victims of domestic violence.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
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Sarah Beth Hensley, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2025
During a future crisis, China could use these pre-positioned capacities to delay military mobilizations, impede air traffic control systems, or cause cascading power outages.
—Anne Neuberger, Foreign Affairs, 13 Aug. 2025
At least 600 were charged with the felony of assaulting or impeding law enforcement.
—Susan Page, USA Today, 11 Aug. 2025
The case was brought by a coalition of 17 nonprofit groups which argued adhering to President Trump's position on gender was impeding their ability to assist victims of domestic violence.
—James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impede
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For all its modern flourishes, Delta is hindered by slavishly adhering to the core gameplay of its 2004 progenitor.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Aug. 2025
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Tannins can temporarily hinder iron absorption by binding to non-heme iron to create compounds that can't be easily absorbed.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Aug. 2025
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Brooks’ progress was hampered by a serious ankle injury the next season, which ended with Bournemouth getting relegated, and illness and fitness subsequently held back his career.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Aug. 2025
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Cantrell, 53, is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud, conspiracy to obstruct justice, making false statements and false declarations before a grand jury.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
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The Yanks finally reached the World Series last season for the first time since 2009, only to be embarrassed by the Los Angeles Dodgers in more ways than one.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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That’s how the Detroit Lions’ social media team did Jack Jones last Thursday, embarrassing the Miami Dolphins cornerback while showing how dominant Amon-Ra St. Brown was during both team’s first of two joint practices.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
21 Aug. 2025
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“Impede.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impede. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.
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