as in impedes
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 hinders
The instruments used to make antimatter create interference that hinders its study.
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Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Traveling back across the ocean also hinders preparation for the following week.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Trump urged Democrats to reopen DHS because the partial shutdown hinders the government’s ability to combat terrorists.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
Afterward, Denver7 heard from Douglas County residents, including a Parker woman who feels the move hinders productive conversations around local issues and is merely a way for the commissioners to dodge criticism and accountability.
—Thedenverchannel.com, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, which hinders his ability to communicate.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
This superficial politeness hinders effective decision-making, erodes accountability, and leaves teams ill-equipped for pressure.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
But lack of financial backing hinders success anywhere.
—Kelsey Brown, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Jan. 2026
That imbalance — one main character rendered flesh and blood while the other never comes to life — hinders the central narrative of the film.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 3 Jan. 2026
Jacopo Prisco, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
Traveling back across the ocean also hinders preparation for the following week.
—Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Trump urged Democrats to reopen DHS because the partial shutdown hinders the government’s ability to combat terrorists.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
Afterward, Denver7 heard from Douglas County residents, including a Parker woman who feels the move hinders productive conversations around local issues and is merely a way for the commissioners to dodge criticism and accountability.
—Thedenverchannel.com, Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2026
Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, which hinders his ability to communicate.
—Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 28 Jan. 2026
This superficial politeness hinders effective decision-making, erodes accountability, and leaves teams ill-equipped for pressure.
—Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
But lack of financial backing hinders success anywhere.
—Kelsey Brown, San Antonio Express-News, 12 Jan. 2026
That imbalance — one main character rendered flesh and blood while the other never comes to life — hinders the central narrative of the film.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 3 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hinders
Verb
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The weir prohibits the flow of saltwater into the lagoon and impedes the draining of sediment from the lagoon into the ocean.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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This gross oversight, which is largely due to a lack of financial backing, impedes reproductive health for everyone.—
Kenneth H. Mayer,
STAT,
27 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Mar. 2026
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Mar. 2026
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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,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Their team might need the firmer assessment that challenges pride and even embarrasses, then the next year's group might need a lighter touch.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Maia and her boyfriend Dylan (Josh Hustcherson) are on the outs after Maia completely embarrasses herself at Dylan’s game night with his co-workers.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
21 Dec. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Hinders.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hinders. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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