interfere with

phrasal 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

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On campus, Christopher Benton, 48, was arrested and later booked into Alameda County’s Santa Rita Jail for refusing to leave after being asked to do so by police, obstruction and coming on to campus with the intent of interfering with peaceful activities, Mogulof said. —Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2025

The more India interferes with democratic processes or props up unpopular strongmen, the wider the opening becomes for China. —Muhib Rahman, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2025

However, very high doses of biotin can interfere with lab tests, including blood tests for thyroid function, heart health, and hormone levels. —Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 12 Nov. 2025

Here's everything to know about how the solar storm interfered with Blue Origin's launch, and when New Glenn could now get off the ground. —Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 12 Nov. 2025