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
He was charged with conspiracy to impede an officer, a felony that carries a prison sentence of up to six years.
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Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 June 2025
Huerta faces a federal charge of conspiracy to impede an officer, a felony, stemming from Friday's immigration raids.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 10 June 2025
The Department of Justice is weighing arresting and prosecuting public officials who impede their immigration agenda, according to Administration sources familiar with the matter.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 10 June 2025
Don Norman, a pioneer in behavioral design, made a key distinction between obstructive friction, which impedes progress, and productive friction, which encourages reflection.
—Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Max Zahn, ABC News, 10 June 2025
Huerta faces a federal charge of conspiracy to impede an officer, a felony, stemming from Friday's immigration raids.
—Sarah Dean, NBC news, 10 June 2025
The Department of Justice is weighing arresting and prosecuting public officials who impede their immigration agenda, according to Administration sources familiar with the matter.
—Eric Cortellessa, Time, 10 June 2025
Don Norman, a pioneer in behavioral design, made a key distinction between obstructive friction, which impedes progress, and productive friction, which encourages reflection.
—Forbes.com, 9 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for impede
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Civilian layoffs would hinder critical administrative support to sworn personnel and harm essential services citywide, McDonnell stressed.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2025
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In some such as Utah and Nevada, the government controls the vast majority of lands, protecting them from potential exploitation but hindering growth.—
Matthew Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 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,
9 June 2025
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Hundreds of law enforcement officers at the local, state and federal level spent nearly two weeks searching for Hardin, using dogs, drones and aircraft, at times hampered by severe weather.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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Jones pleaded guilty to one misdemeanor charge of obstructing police, per The New York Times.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
7 June 2025
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The following program will contain graphic stupidity, as four friends compete to embarrass one another – only this time in Lithuania.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
9 June 2025
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Races are sometimes won by runners making a move from the back of the pack, and L.A. could still find its stride, show some pride, and avoid embarrassing itself.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2025
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“Impede.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impede. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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