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
The weir prohibits the flow of saltwater into the lagoon and impedes the draining of sediment from the lagoon into the ocean.
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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
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
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
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
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.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
25 Feb. 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,
23 Feb. 2026
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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,
8 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,
4 Mar. 2026
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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
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“Impedes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/impedes. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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