kiboshed

verb

Definition of kiboshednext
past tense of kibosh
as in delayed

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for kiboshed
  1. blocked
  2. ceased
  3. halted
  4. ended
  5. impeded
  6. stopped
  7. obstructed
  8. discontinued
Verb
  • But he was blocked in the courts.
    Tyche Hendricks, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
  • The pain behind the ear pressure is a result of the Eustachian tube being blocked from other outside factors including allergies and infections — with kids being more susceptible due to having smaller Eustachian tubes.
    Sydney Borchers, Fox News, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of blocked
Verb
  • But as Sharpe went on to explain, the laughter that was coming from his Southwestern teammates that day ceased immediately after he was given an opportunity to perform on the practice field.
    Scott Talley, Detroit Free Press, 22 Dec. 2024
  • After the passage of the bill, the Sixteen Thirty Fund ceased its giving in Ohio to a redistricting ballot initiative that failed in November.
    Gabe Kaminsky, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of ceased
Verb
  • During Hurricanes Debby and Helene immigration enforcement activities were temporarily halted along evacuation routes, shelters and distribution sites for emergency supplies.
    Nate Perez, NPR, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Even though production halted nearly a century ago, the bricks have had a lasting impact on the city in countless ways, including the many local businesses who have taken on an iteration of the nickname.
    Cailey Gleeson, Journal Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of halted
Verb
  • The coach’s assessment might sound surprising considering Smith’s last pass Sunday was an interception that ended the game.
    Michael-Shawn Dugar, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • That proved to be a toxic relationship that ended badly, with Louis and Claudia nearly killing Lestat and running away to Europe.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of ended
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
  • The North Carolina State Highway Patrol stopped the car on I-40 near the Duplin County line using a PIT maneuver, according to the release.
    Alexandra Koch, Fox News, 24 Dec. 2024
  • But that’s where the punishment stopped — and Pospisil was rewarded.
    Phil Thompson, Chicago Tribune, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of stopped
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
Verb
  • Foundations and underground cables made of concrete, plastic, and metal can usually be recycled but are often left underground when a project is discontinued.
    Ariel Cohen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Post has since confirmed that Oreo O's were discontinued.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of discontinued
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