as in to hinder
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
claims that the countless federal regulations interfere with his business and are of no benefit to anyone
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The lawsuit accuses them of concealing climate research and hindering the adoption of renewable energy technologies.—
Taylor Millard,
Boston Herald,
28 Feb. 2026 -
Gulf states’ strategy on Iran — focused on de-escalation and containing tensions — has hindered their ability to influence Tehran and shape the new security environment, Bader Al-Saif, assistant professor of history at Kuwait University, and Chatham House’s Sanam Vakil write for War on the Rocks.—
Mohammed Sergie,
semafor.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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India is feeling the heat as tensions in the Middle East show no signs of cooling, with high oil prices likely to increase the country’s already substantial energy import bill, while disruptions to flight routes hamper airline operations.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
3 Mar. 2026
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Insurance exclusions can ultimately hamper any claims In the current Middle East situation, the most consequential lines in your policy are around exclusions for war, acts of war, hostilities, or military action.—
Scott Campbell,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 Mar. 2026
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The incident resulted in a ticket for impeding traffic, for which she was ordered to pay $197 after pleading no contest in Orange County court on Monday.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
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Since the proposal became public last month, parents and students have argued closures would impede students’ academic and social well-being, lead to longer school commutes and exacerbate the struggle to find child care.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
4 Mar. 2026
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These are embarrassing own goals that Republicans simply can’t afford.—
S.E. Cupp,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Noah Silver, Boca Raton Americans may need a refresher on why Attorney General Pam Bondi continues to embarrass herself and her office.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
25 Feb. 2026
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That seal was obstructing the interface, which is known as a quick disconnect.—
Mike Wall,
Space.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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They’re scheduled to vote on a number of bills, including Senate Bill 443, which would increase penalties for obstructing highways or streets.—
Adam Beam,
AJC.com,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Interfere (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interfere%20%28with%29. Accessed 7 Mar. 2026.
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