interfere with

verb

interfered with; interfering with; interferes with

: 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.

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

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Prosecutors alleged medical professionals saw Amanda trying to interfere with an infusion pump and holding her breath during an oxygen saturation test. —

Jessica Sager, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026 But if the glamorous Cannes attendees have taught us anything, its that protocol rarely interferes with a powerful red carpet moment. —

Blanche Marcel, Vanity Fair, 12 May 2026 The Hobbs Act prohibits robbery that interferes with interstate or foreign commerce. —

Fedor Zarkhin, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026 Federal officials claim Good used her vehicle to interfere with a lawful operation, while local activists dispute that account. —

Alejandro Avila Outkick, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for interfere with

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