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
Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2025
In total there were 38 individual prizes donated by local businesses which included more teeth whitening vouchers, hampers from Fortnum & Mason department store, 12 pizzas from Pizza Express, bottles of champagne and more.
—Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 10 July 2025
Paul Davidson, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
The sheriff’s office added that the crabber’s medical condition hampered his ability to move as he was surrounded by marshland.
—David Chiu, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Discounted towels, bath mats, hampers and even viral toilet seat/bidet attachments are aplenty while the Amazon Prime Day deals continue.
—Rachel Fletcher, Architectural Digest, 11 July 2025
In total there were 38 individual prizes donated by local businesses which included more teeth whitening vouchers, hampers from Fortnum & Mason department store, 12 pizzas from Pizza Express, bottles of champagne and more.
—Caoimhe O'Neill, New York Times, 10 July 2025
Noun
How do deportations affect the labor market? Arrests and deportations of migrants who lack permanent legal status have picked up, hampering hiring in industries such as agriculture, construction and leisure and hospitality.
—Paul Davidson, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
The sheriff’s office added that the crabber’s medical condition hampered his ability to move as he was surrounded by marshland.
—David Chiu, People.com, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hamper
Verb
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Consumer experts as well as current and former CFPB employees, however, said the cuts will likely hinder the agency’s effectiveness.—
Joel Jacobs,
ProPublica,
6 Aug. 2025
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For a company as vast and diverse as PepsiCo, inconsistency in planning systems can hinder visibility and performance.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Cook the nuts and seeds for 5 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for an even roast.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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Cunningham wrapped up Sheldon under the basket on a hard foul in the fourth quarter, and the two were ejected.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ward was arrested in Texas on June 12 and charged with assault on a family member by impeding breathing or circulation, which is a third-degree felony.—
Paulina Dedaj,
FOXNews.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Sources claimed the suit could have impeded Skydance’s acquisition of Paramount, which requires approval from the FCC under the Trump administration.—
McKinley Franklin,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Kosas is a mainstay in her beauty bag; the cruelty-free formula features peptides, caffeine, and hyaluronic acid to actively reduce dull skin and puffiness.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
5 Aug. 2025
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Taken together, those moves would strongly urge residents to use reusable bags.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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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 Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Aug. 2025
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How can government solve big problems if it is intentionally designed with diffuse power, easily and frequently obstructed or contested?—
Seth David Radwell,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Aug. 2025
Noun
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During that game, the Sun Devils’ defense also did its share, chasing Texas QB Quinn Ewers out of the pocket throughout the game and forcing Longhorns’ kicker Bert Auburn to miss two of three field goals.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Step off Arsenal and Martin Odegaard can find pockets of space to punish you, but squeeze the pitch and Gyokeres’ runs can be the catalyst for chaos.—
Mark Carey,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Dodgers embarrassed them on the field and then hit the podcast circuit to shame them some more, ridiculing their defense, their baserunning, their lack of composure and even their unnecessary visits to the mound.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Big yikes: This is a sarcastic phrase to publicly mock or shame someone for a cringey comment, outfit, or behavior and is used to embarrass others in group chats or social media.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
21 July 2025
Noun
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And the turnover came at the end of a drive that also included two sacks, one each by Brian Burns and Kayvon Thibodeaux, and a Robinson drop.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
4 Aug. 2025
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Parsons hits the trade block with 256 tackles and 52.5 sacks.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Aug. 2025
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“Hamper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hamper. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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