as in to hinder
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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Recent Examples of hamper
Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 7 July 2025
Waking up to a laundry room with an overflowing hamper is no way to start the day.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
Moreover, the administration's efforts to downsize the federal workforce have hampered its ability to implement the deregulation strategy.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 July 2025
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Verb
Outdated rain data hampers predictions and preparations The flash floods in South Central Texas washed out roads and bridges, and swept away buildings and RVs along the Guadalupe River.
—Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 7 July 2025
Waking up to a laundry room with an overflowing hamper is no way to start the day.
—Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
Noun
In some cases, DOGE's campaign to fire federal workers and dramatically shrink the federal workforce has hampered the deregulatory effort, the three people said.
—Arkansas Online, 27 July 2025
Moreover, the administration's efforts to downsize the federal workforce have hampered its ability to implement the deregulation strategy.
—Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hamper
Verb
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Leading Through Change And Crisis There's no doubt leadership fatigue toward managing culture can erode an organization’s sense of identity, hinder growth and breed disengagement.—
Dave Barnett,
Forbes.com,
30 July 2025
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Hayes and the unnamed person were also charged with hindering prosecution in the first degree, according to court documents.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
30 July 2025
Noun
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Paige Bueckers #5 of the Dallas Wings reacts after a basket against the Seattle Storm during the second half at Climate Pledge Arena on July 22, 2025 in Seattle, Washington.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 July 2025
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This led to the control lines dropping into the basket, the report said.—
Perry Vandell,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
Verb
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Age Debt strains an organization’s resources, stifles innovation, and impedes growth.—
Dan Pontefract,
Forbes.com,
31 July 2025
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Habba's office charged McIver with two counts of assaulting and impeding a law enforcement officer.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Fiserv Forum's bag policy Per Fiserv Forum's website, bags aren't permitted, though wallets smaller than 4 inches-by-6-inches-by-1-inch are allowed.—
Hannah Kirby,
jsonline.com,
24 July 2025
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Around a third of parents say their children have either already requested or will probably request a bag charm, like a Labubu doll or Jellycat, this back-to-school season, according to a survey published by Intuit Credit Karma last week.—
Natalie Wu,
CNBC,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Washington blames Hamas for prolonging the war and obstructing humanitarian aid.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 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 Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
25 July 2025
Noun
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This midi frock features a round-neckline, short sleeves, and roomy pockets, and it’s designed with a drawstring waist for a personalized fit.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Donations of new school supplies are needed, including pencils, pens, crayons, scissors, notebooks, paper, glue sticks, pocket folders, erasers and hand sanitizer.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Look, the Yankees didn’t embarrass themselves in a 4-2 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium on Monday night.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
29 July 2025
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In the aftermath, the mother was angry for a week, accusing him of undermining her authority and embarrassing her in front of their social circle.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 July 2025
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Wilkins added 17 tackles, two sacks and six quarterback hits during his brief tenure in Las Vegas.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 July 2025
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With 10 years in the bag, Hicks walks away from the game with 952 tackles, 16.5 sacks, 13 interceptions, and 11 fumble recoveries.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 July 2025
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“Hamper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hamper. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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