1
as in impeding
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
the cold inhibited her from getting much work done that morning
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2
as in controlling
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
laws designed to inhibit the powers of the intelligence organizations
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as in dissuading
to steer (a person) from an activity or course of action
a fundamental sense of propriety should have inhibited you from making a drunken spectacle of yourself
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Recent Examples of inhibiting
Polyphenols in pomegranate may help lower blood pressure by improving arterial function, increasing nitric oxide production, and inhibiting the angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE).
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Md Published, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
Medication tackles mutation Daraxonrasib works by inhibiting a protein mutation associated with pancreatic cancer.
—Eva Flowe
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Trigger-point injections reverse the hyper-irritability of nerves by inhibiting the influx of neurochemicals and re-regulating the function of various nerves.
—Dr. Patricia Richard, Hartford Courant, 14 Apr. 2026
Larger trials are already underway, including some exploring new ways of lowering lipid levels through inhibiting or switching off different genes.
—David Cox, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
In this study, scientists determined that combining FAK-inhibiting drugs with immunotherapy and chemotherapy yielded the best results in mice in suppressing tumor growth, attracting tumor-fighting immune cells and extending survival.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Prescription treatments like Vaniqa work by inhibiting an enzyme involved in hair follicle cell division, helping to reduce regrowth with consistent use.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Brine, a mixture of water and salt, proved effective at inhibiting spoilage while enhancing the flavor of food.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
Torres Rivera presented the embargo as the very thing inhibiting changes to Cuba’s economic model.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Md Published, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
Medication tackles mutation Daraxonrasib works by inhibiting a protein mutation associated with pancreatic cancer.
—Eva Flowe
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Trigger-point injections reverse the hyper-irritability of nerves by inhibiting the influx of neurochemicals and re-regulating the function of various nerves.
—Dr. Patricia Richard, Hartford Courant, 14 Apr. 2026
Larger trials are already underway, including some exploring new ways of lowering lipid levels through inhibiting or switching off different genes.
—David Cox, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
In this study, scientists determined that combining FAK-inhibiting drugs with immunotherapy and chemotherapy yielded the best results in mice in suppressing tumor growth, attracting tumor-fighting immune cells and extending survival.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Prescription treatments like Vaniqa work by inhibiting an enzyme involved in hair follicle cell division, helping to reduce regrowth with consistent use.
—Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
Brine, a mixture of water and salt, proved effective at inhibiting spoilage while enhancing the flavor of food.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
Torres Rivera presented the embargo as the very thing inhibiting changes to Cuba’s economic model.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inhibiting
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Most glaring, the shrunken frame meant the steering wheel was impeding Fever’s ability to use the brake pedal.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
30 Apr. 2026
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Palermo pleaded guilty to one felony count of assaulting, resisting, and impeding persons assisting federal officers and employees with a deadly or dangerous weapon.—
Julie Sharp,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
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Her students have more trouble controlling their bodies and expressing their feelings.—
Stacker,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Federal officials recently launched a prize competition to reward ideas for controlling the flow of aquatic species into and out of the ballasts of boats that travel among the various lakes and waterways across the United States.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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He is also accused of dissuading a victim and destroying a communication device.—
Tim Fang,
CBS News,
1 May 2026
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In the credit card world, the r/churning subreddit boasts nearly 30,000 weekly visitors, and even has a whole FAQ section about dissuading the average person from engaging in churning, offering several reasons that Fred agrees with.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
27 Apr. 2026
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In the third game of his career, the 2024 second-round pick re-tore the ACL in his right knee, further hampering an injury history that dated back to his final year at the University of Texas.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
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According to a preliminary report from the National Transportation Safety Board, the truck drove through the airport's version of a stop light and the vehicle lacked a transponder, hampering a crash warning system.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Apr. 2026
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At the local level, laws and practices regulating gun dealers can vary widely from city to city.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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In much the same way, the government could pass new laws regulating AI firms’ commercial activities.—
Matteo Wong,
The Atlantic,
27 Apr. 2026
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Trump's letters to congressional leaders Friday are a volley aimed at discouraging lawmakers in Congress from restricting military action against Iran.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Planning presumes a set of ideal conditions for childbearing — conditions most accessible to white, economically secure Americans — while stigmatizing and discouraging the reproduction of others.—
Sonya Borrero,
STAT,
1 May 2026
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Columbia Business School professor Gernot Wagner said more Americans will ultimately adopt EVs despite the roadblocks that are hindering ownership.—
Morgan Korn,
ABC News,
3 May 2026
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Most hypersonic missiles can perform evasive maneuvers while in flight, hindering detection and interception, unlike regular missiles.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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As Texas starts curbing which topics and classes can be taught at public universities and colleges, students and campus communities are fighting back.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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This is part of curbing undue corporate influence and having accountable neighbors.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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“Inhibiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inhibiting. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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