as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
was not hindered by a lack of money because she could use what food she had on hand
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Recent Examples of hinder
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
Officials said Friday that a group of 50 volunteers had joined the effort to look for Kinney along the banks of the lake, adding that on-and-off rain hindered the search, according to WSAZ.
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James Cirrone,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Soaking cherry seeds helps remove the pulp, preventing rot that can hinder germination.
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Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
Be careful not to cut too far down as Talabac warns this can hinder and delay further flowering for that year.
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Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
27 June 2026
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Verb
The police force has warned that unverified information about the incident has appeared online, and asked people not to spread any rumours as this could hinder the investigation.
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Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
Officials said Friday that a group of 50 volunteers had joined the effort to look for Kinney along the banks of the lake, adding that on-and-off rain hindered the search, according to WSAZ.
—
James Cirrone,
FOXNews.com,
27 June 2026
Soaking cherry seeds helps remove the pulp, preventing rot that can hinder germination.
—
Sj McShane,
Martha Stewart,
27 June 2026
Be careful not to cut too far down as Talabac warns this can hinder and delay further flowering for that year.
—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
27 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hinder
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Health care workers who impede these rituals for infection-control reasons often face hostility and violence; clinics have been attacked and burned down during this outbreak, furthering viral spread.
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These vehicles were blocking and impeding fire operations, and several were non-operational and required tow truck assistance for removal.
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The vehicle sustained major rear damage and the front right tire struck the road’s curb.
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In addition, the rear brake lever has been repositioned to be more accessible than before.
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The decision severely hampered local planning for America’s 250th anniversary, disrupting history projects, museums and educational programs nationwide.
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Chwalińska took a medical timeout for the injury at the end of the game, and she was clearly hampered by it for the rest of the match.
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Other opponents generally feel compelled to drop an extra player into the back line, forming a back five against Japan’s front five — as the Netherlands did, with Frenkie de Jong dropping in from midfield.
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The paths through the bush are infested with these ticks, as are many back yards.
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.
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The Chicago White Sox, a team many left for dead at the start of the year, embarrassed the Kansas City Royals Friday night, 22-1.
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But combined with Disney‘s embarrassing The Mandalorian and Grogu influencer stunt that backfired, a movie’s first reactions on social media are increasingly being met with equal amounts of fan skepticism.
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“Hinder.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hinder. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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