1
as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
the cold inhibited her from getting much work done that morning
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as in to regulate
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
laws designed to inhibit the powers of the intelligence organizations
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as in to discourage
to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action
a fundamental sense of propriety should have inhibited you from making a drunken spectacle of yourself
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Recent Examples of inhibit
High sugar content helps extend shelf life, with sugar as a natural preservative that inhibits the growth of microorganisms.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
Whirlpool and Finish both advise against rinsing dishes, specifically with dish detergent, before placing them in the dishwasher as the detergent may inhibit the cleaning cycle.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Whether oral or topical, TXA works by inhibiting tyrosinase (an enzyme that triggers pigment production) to reduce the appearance of dark patches.
—Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 8 May 2025
Who in their right mind wants to inhibit a child’s ability to understand the difference between violence and pleasure?
—Wendy Murphy, Boston Herald, 5 May 2025
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 24 May 2025
Whirlpool and Finish both advise against rinsing dishes, specifically with dish detergent, before placing them in the dishwasher as the detergent may inhibit the cleaning cycle.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 23 May 2025
Whether oral or topical, TXA works by inhibiting tyrosinase (an enzyme that triggers pigment production) to reduce the appearance of dark patches.
—Tracy Achonwa, Vogue, 8 May 2025
Who in their right mind wants to inhibit a child’s ability to understand the difference between violence and pleasure?
—Wendy Murphy, Boston Herald, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inhibit
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Protesters should remain on sidewalks where possible and avoid impeding traffic or emergency access, Honeycutt said.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2025
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The union leader — whose organization represents approximately 750,000 people — is accused of conspiracy to impede an officer.—
Brittny Mejia,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2025
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While the federal government, not the state, regulates immigration, how should state and local personnel and resources be utilized for that end?—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
14 June 2025
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Does the rule maker want to get into the business of regulating KPIs by industry?—
Shivaram Rajgopal,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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The organization also discourages sharing personal information while connected to public WiFi.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
13 June 2025
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If, however, the president makes good on those threats or even institutes a different series of tariffs to discourage studios from shooting movies overseas, no amount of tax credits and belt-tightening will be able to save the day.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
13 June 2025
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Civilian layoffs would hinder critical administrative support to sworn personnel and harm essential services citywide, McDonnell stressed.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2025
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In some such as Utah and Nevada, the government controls the vast majority of lands, protecting them from potential exploitation but hindering growth.—
Matthew Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
12 June 2025
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The dust from Worlds Collide will have to settle quickly as the attention will turn to Money in the Bank as six men and six women, respectively, will look to grab the briefcase which contains a contract for a world title shot anytime, anywhere.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2025
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Ars Video Brains, brains, and more brains Because each arm of an octopus contains its own bundle of neurons, the limbs can operate semi-independently from the central brain, enabling faster responses since signals don’t always need to travel back and forth between the brain and the arms.—
Kenna Hughes-Castleberry,
ArsTechnica,
7 June 2025
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In the series, Joss’ Ken dissuades Poehler’s peppy protagonist Leslie Knope from hosting a local festival on sacred burial grounds.—
Alexandra Del Rosario,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Still, if a rash can dissuade someone from vaccination, so, too, can misinformation, or an official’s decision to stop recommending a shot.—
Katherine J. Wu,
The Atlantic,
31 May 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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Hundreds of law enforcement officers at the local, state and federal level spent nearly two weeks searching for Hardin, using dogs, drones and aircraft, at times hampered by severe weather.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
8 June 2025
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But the Malian army and Russian mercenaries struggled to curb violence in the country and have both been accused of targeting civilians.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
8 June 2025
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And in April 2024, Venice became the first metropolis in the world to charge an admission fee to day trippers, in an effort to curb over tourism.—
Joe Sills,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Inhibit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inhibit. Accessed 20 Jun. 2025.
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