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
Aid groups say the true war death toll could be many times higher, as the fighting in vast and remote areas impedes access.
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ABC News, 16 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
Infliction of pain and suffering as a consequence for a person’s actions impedes health brain development through the release of stress hormones, research shows.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
When enforcement activity impedes the rights to assemble, document and criticize government action, that chills those rights, and the consequences extend beyond any single demonstration.
—Yohuru Williams, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Thus, the inability to read complex material impedes social as well as intellectual growth.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
However, if leaving the door open impedes foot traffic or may allow a child or animal to become trapped inside the drum, even a few inches are helpful.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
During the meeting, Amy Flottemesch, president of the Cincinnati Food Truck Association, said the curfew impedes food truck owners’ ability to do business, which relies on late-night crowds.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Nov. 2025
If a mental image only impedes the human’s process of emulation, why should her mindedness make Celmins’s web less natural than the spider’s?
—Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
ABC News, 16 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
Infliction of pain and suffering as a consequence for a person’s actions impedes health brain development through the release of stress hormones, research shows.
—Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Feb. 2026
When enforcement activity impedes the rights to assemble, document and criticize government action, that chills those rights, and the consequences extend beyond any single demonstration.
—Yohuru Williams, The Conversation, 4 Feb. 2026
Thus, the inability to read complex material impedes social as well as intellectual growth.
—Krista Kafer, Denver Post, 25 Jan. 2026
However, if leaving the door open impedes foot traffic or may allow a child or animal to become trapped inside the drum, even a few inches are helpful.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 21 Jan. 2026
During the meeting, Amy Flottemesch, president of the Cincinnati Food Truck Association, said the curfew impedes food truck owners’ ability to do business, which relies on late-night crowds.
—David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 12 Nov. 2025
If a mental image only impedes the human’s process of emulation, why should her mindedness make Celmins’s web less natural than the spider’s?
—Harmon Siegel, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impedes
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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
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Willis was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) in 2023, which hinders his ability to communicate.—
Lexi Carson,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Jan. 2026
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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,
1 Feb. 2026
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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,
29 Jan. 2026
Verb
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This constitutes a blatant violation of international law and international humanitarian law, undermines the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to self-determination, and obstructs the establishment of their independent sovereign state .—
CBS News,
CBS News,
16 Feb. 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,
16 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
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There, the father of the bride gets too drunk and embarrasses himself.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Dec. 2025
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“Impedes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impedes. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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