interfere with

verb

interfered with; interfering with; interferes with

1

: to stop or slow (something) : to make (something) slower or more difficult

The drug might interfere with a child's physical development.

All of the noise was interfering with my concentration.

2

British : to touch (a child) in a sexual and improper way

Examples of interfere with in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The project raised eyebrows due to its potential impact on the estate’s historic structure and the risk of interfering with several Mesolithic-era archaeological sites in the area. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 21 Sep. 2026

Sometimes, these genetic acrobats would jump into the middle of a purple pigment gene and interfere with its function, producing a speckled cell. — Jake Buehler, Quanta Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026

To be sure, preserving room for joy can become harmful when treats interfere with other goals, produce debt, or leave behind regret and greater anxiety, Bryan-Podvin said. — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026

Turmeric supplements may interfere with those on blood thinners or medication for diabetes. — Nadine El Chaer, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2026