as in hampered
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 impeded
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Additionally, debris removal took place, including significant debris that impeded roadways and public spaces, and damage occurred to water control facilities, utilities and parks and recreation facilities.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The rare move highlighted the administration's combative stance toward jurists who impeded its immigration policies.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
By the time the search for Luhn began, weather conditions in the park had changed and heavy rain impeded the operation.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
In its public posting of their offer, the teachers union said the school board has impeded progress of negotiations and spread inaccurate information about the union’s proposal.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
The city of Benton has issued reassurances to residents of Saline County that transportation and traffic to Saline Memorial Hospital would not be impeded by ongoing construction work on Exit 117 off Interstate 30.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 19 Aug. 2025
The old electronic scoreboard at that end has also gone, so the view of those who stand on the back row will no longer be impeded.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Police officers seeking to thwart the getaway are impeded by the festivities of the Puerto Rican Day parade, which features a sublime performance by the salsa great Eddie Palmieri (who died earlier this month, at the age of eighty-eight).
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
The implementation of the SCORE Act could be impeded by other types of legal challenges.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Additionally, debris removal took place, including significant debris that impeded roadways and public spaces, and damage occurred to water control facilities, utilities and parks and recreation facilities.
—Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The rare move highlighted the administration's combative stance toward jurists who impeded its immigration policies.
—Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
By the time the search for Luhn began, weather conditions in the park had changed and heavy rain impeded the operation.
—Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2025
In its public posting of their offer, the teachers union said the school board has impeded progress of negotiations and spread inaccurate information about the union’s proposal.
—Olivia Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 21 Aug. 2025
The city of Benton has issued reassurances to residents of Saline County that transportation and traffic to Saline Memorial Hospital would not be impeded by ongoing construction work on Exit 117 off Interstate 30.
—Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 19 Aug. 2025
The old electronic scoreboard at that end has also gone, so the view of those who stand on the back row will no longer be impeded.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
Police officers seeking to thwart the getaway are impeded by the festivities of the Puerto Rican Day parade, which features a sublime performance by the salsa great Eddie Palmieri (who died earlier this month, at the age of eighty-eight).
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impeded
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The investigation has been hampered by peculiar challenges, though, perhaps none greater than the fact that the entire city in which the crime occurred has vanished.—
Denver Nicks,
Rolling Stone,
14 Sep. 2025
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Dry conditions have hampered quail reproduction across parts of Arizona, leading to concerns about future populations.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Trump criticized Powell for raising rates during his first term, arguing that such actions hindered economic growth.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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In Wind River, the investigation into Natalie's death is hindered by a troubling legal gap.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Lottery seats may be partially obstructed.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Ogles launched a congressional probe into O’Connell, claiming his administration obstructed ICE operations.—
Vivian Jones,
Nashville Tennessean,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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After the Detroit Tigers embarrassed them in two games, outscoring them 23-3 earlier this week, the Yankees have won the first two games of their series against the Boston Red Sox.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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We wouldn’t be embarrassed by it, nor would the audience.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Impeded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impeded. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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