as in hinders
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
the construction work impeded the smooth running of the office for several months
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Recent Examples of impedes
Let go of whatever impedes your growth.
—
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
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
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
Aid groups say the true war death toll could be many times higher, as the fighting in vast and remote areas impedes access.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Although privacy advocates have praised the ability of encryption to effectively scramble messages so third parties are unable to snoop on people’s conversations, various members of law enforcement have said that doing so impedes their ability to investigate certain crimes.
—Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
Chronic stress strains your heart, impedes immune function, interferes with digestion, even risks impairing focus and memory.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 19 Feb. 2026
Aid groups say the true toll could be many times higher, as the fighting in vast and remote areas impedes access.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
But the rulebook states a goal would be disallowed if an attacking player impedes the goalkeeper’s ability to move freely and defend the goal.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
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
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
Aid groups say the true war death toll could be many times higher, as the fighting in vast and remote areas impedes access.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
Although privacy advocates have praised the ability of encryption to effectively scramble messages so third parties are unable to snoop on people’s conversations, various members of law enforcement have said that doing so impedes their ability to investigate certain crimes.
—Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
Chronic stress strains your heart, impedes immune function, interferes with digestion, even risks impairing focus and memory.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 19 Feb. 2026
Aid groups say the true toll could be many times higher, as the fighting in vast and remote areas impedes access.
—ABC News, 18 Feb. 2026
But the rulebook states a goal would be disallowed if an attacking player impedes the goalkeeper’s ability to move freely and defend the goal.
—Michael Russo, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impedes
Verb
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The anti-caking coating that prevents cheese from sticking together also hinders cheese from blending or melting into other foods with ease.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
23 Apr. 2026
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Conversely, destructive energy hinders performance, breeds resentment, and stifles innovation.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
15 Apr. 2026
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
13 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Now the technology embarrasses an umpire even more than a player could, and what’s the recourse?—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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But the stunt goes south as Wooley turns out to be an unabashed bigot who embarrasses the show and gets scolded by the host.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Impedes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impedes. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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