OBSTRUCTION Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

obstruction

noun

əb-ˈstrək-shən

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as in obstacle

something that makes movement or progress difficult an obstruction in the drain has the water all backed up

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Recent Examples of obstruction That year, the award went to Chris Pronger of the St. Louis Blues at the height of the Dead Puck Era, when obstruction was tolerated and scoring was at a premium. —

Carol Schram, Forbes, 19 Jan. 2025 For best viewing, seek a wide-open vista with minimal obstructions to the horizon; a hilltop or large field would work well. —

Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 15 Jan. 2025 Every time Freedom Caucus members gum up the works for Republicans, Jeffries is able to paint it as Republican ineptitude rather than having to answer questions about Democratic obstruction. —

Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 9 Jan. 2025 According to reports, Rocko, born Rodney Ramone Hill Jr., was arrested last month and charged with disorderly conduct, misdemeanor willful obstruction of law enforcement officials, and criminal trespass. —

Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 15 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for obstruction

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Studios, whose business model is founded on strong copyright protections, have expressed concern that AI tools could be inhibited by regulatory obstacles.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 29 Jan. 2025
Leaders should face obstacles with a growth mindset — challenges are opportunities to learn, innovate and demonstrate grit, inspiring their teams to do the same.

— Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2025