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
ABC News,
22 June 2026
Unlike conventional solar systems, which are hampered by the sun’s fluctuations and require backup systems to even them out, leaves can harness solar energy even in low-light conditions.
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New Atlas,
21 June 2026
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
This is a vital source of trade-level information for independent researchers because Dune doesn’t impose onerous data transfer rate limits that hamper searches.
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Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
13 May 2026
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Verb
Officials said firefighters had to force their way into the building by breaking through a rear wall after dense smoke hampered rescue efforts.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
Unlike conventional solar systems, which are hampered by the sun’s fluctuations and require backup systems to even them out, leaves can harness solar energy even in low-light conditions.
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New Atlas,
21 June 2026
Noun
Modern Perspectives on Laundry Sorting With the growing popularity of large-capacity front-loading washers in the late 1990s, consumers welcomed the possibility of washing all of the dirty laundry in the hamper at the same time.
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Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
15 May 2026
This is a vital source of trade-level information for independent researchers because Dune doesn’t impose onerous data transfer rate limits that hamper searches.
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Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
13 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hamper
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He was charged with hindering apprehension, obstruction of justice and tampering with evidence in connection with this case.
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The Great American State Fair kicked off last week, though the 16-day event has been hindered by weather shutdowns, technical difficulties and low attendance.
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Pair these with the dessert cups for serving sundaes on the back porch or toss them in the basket for the next picnic in the park.
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Guests are encouraged to bring a beach chair, blanket and picnic basket.
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The investigation also compliments previous claims that CCC’s regulations impede coastal infrastructure projects, which has drawn criticism from multiple political fronts over the last year.
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Supporters had campaigned for Merlin to be allowed into the Azteca to witness Mexico’s final group game — but the dabbler found his free passage impeded on Wednesday evening by FIFA regulations.
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Photos apparently taken by the men themselves show wads of cash on the seat of a car, in a plastic bag and in stacks on the floor of a location in New York.
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Using 10,000 rocks, more than seventy-five 80-pound bags of concrete, and over $1,000 in supplies, Ruggie has no regrets about his 14-foot deck burned in a shou sugi ban style.
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Some patients develop spasms of the vocal cords that obstruct the airway.
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
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One SpaceX buyer has been eyeing a $32-million pocket listing of his in tony Brentwood for months while waiting for the IPO, according to real estate broker Cory Weiss of Douglas Elliman.
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Suns owner Mat Ishbia once again let a first-round pick burn a hole in his pocket, trading his 2033 first (unprotected, according to ESPN) within seconds of the pick being eligible to trade.
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The Chicago White Sox, a team many left for dead at the start of the year, embarrassed the Kansas City Royals Friday night, 22-1.
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But combined with Disney‘s embarrassing The Mandalorian and Grogu influencer stunt that backfired, a movie’s first reactions on social media are increasingly being met with equal amounts of fan skepticism.
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Toure had three tackles for loss, two sacks and six pass deflections.
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In 201 career games, Peterson recorded 36 interceptions, 122 pass deflections, 652 total tackles and four sacks.
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“Hamper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hamper. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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