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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 hampered
Shirl Leigh
april 03, New Atlas, 3 Apr. 2026
Even if companies wanted to spend irresponsible amounts of money on AI compute, they’ve been hampered by supply chain constraints.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
As lovely as full moons are, for about five nights on either side of any full moon, evening stargazing is hampered by moonlight washing out the sky.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
African tourism is hampered by lack of connectivity in the continent’s aviation sector, which is in need of more investment in infrastructure, safety oversight and a regional hub.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
After three years of debate, hampered in part by COVID-19, the committee settled on Dolores Huerta.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
His ability to hold runners has hampered him.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
Jospin never embraced his role as a public figure, hampered by a restrained personality that grew even stiffer in front of cameras.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
One positional roster spot is to be determined this week, as utility Tyler Freeman has been hampered by a back injury during spring training.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
Verb
Vertical living green walls comprised of live plants are a natural energy-saving method for improving indoor air quality and enhancing interior design, but they're hampered by inconsistent performance.
—Shirl Leigh
april 03, New Atlas, 3 Apr. 2026
Even if companies wanted to spend irresponsible amounts of money on AI compute, they’ve been hampered by supply chain constraints.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 1 Apr. 2026
As lovely as full moons are, for about five nights on either side of any full moon, evening stargazing is hampered by moonlight washing out the sky.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
African tourism is hampered by lack of connectivity in the continent’s aviation sector, which is in need of more investment in infrastructure, safety oversight and a regional hub.
—Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
After three years of debate, hampered in part by COVID-19, the committee settled on Dolores Huerta.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
His ability to hold runners has hampered him.
—Shawn McFarland, Dallas Morning News, 24 Mar. 2026
Jospin never embraced his role as a public figure, hampered by a restrained personality that grew even stiffer in front of cameras.
—ABC News, 23 Mar. 2026
One positional roster spot is to be determined this week, as utility Tyler Freeman has been hampered by a back injury during spring training.
—Kyle Newman, Denver Post, 22 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hampered
Verb
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Noem's contract review policy disproportionately hindered FEMA, which awards massive contracts and funds disaster aid projects that frequently exceed $100,000.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2026
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However, a budget managed by Congress with limited long-term visibility, coupled with a slow contracting process hindered by bureaucracy, creates some roadblocks.—
Samantha Subin,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Too bad the script feels less controlled and more directionless when each of these characters go head to head with an increasing body count across several bloody incidents.—
Tomris Laffly,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2026
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Once the legs are free, slow and controlled motions can help a person gradually reach firmer ground.—
Outside,
Outside,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Industry leaders also say the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping route now being impeded by the war, must reopen by mid-April or supply disruptions could worsen significantly.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Patriarchate said that the decision impeded freedom of worship and the status quo in Jerusalem.—
Melanie Lidman,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Prosecutors said Insua’s view was obstructed by the cargo, a deckhouse and crane on the barge.—
David Goodhue,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Mar. 2026
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Full-palm tactile sensing allows the robot to continue manipulating objects even when cameras are obstructed or when precise force control is required, such as in assembly tasks.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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These stocks are rising not because of strong execution, but due to constrained supply, Cramer explained.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
1 Apr. 2026
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In other words, giving reasonable levers for constrained districts and kids who have a clear career pathway that doesn’t require language study.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Former head coach Brian Daboll’s charge to the medical tent and behavior towards one of the Giants’ doctors also embarrassed the team.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
23 Mar. 2026
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Tonight’s ceremony had none of the major dramatic mishaps that have both embarrassed the Academy Awards’ organizers and affirmed the event’s status as must-see live TV.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Grace had given us this restrained performance.—
Chris Murphy,
Vanity Fair,
27 Mar. 2026
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High ceilings, expansive windows, and a restrained neutral palette creates an atmosphere that feels instantly and effortlessly calm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But Khan had sold outdated blueprints, and the agency believed that this had handicapped the Iranians, who had never engineered the necessary centrifuges.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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But now, environmental advocates worry its storied tenure might finally be coming to an end under plans to reorganize a department already handicapped by staff shortages and strip it of environmental-permitting authority.—
Jenny Staletovich,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Hampered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hampered. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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