as in impeding
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interfering (with)
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Turmail pointed to the Brent Spence Bridge’s paralyzed development as a prime example of regulations, including permitting requirements, impeding progress.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
6 Oct. 2025 -
According to my company's 2025 IT Trends Report, 44% of IT professionals cite a lack of real-time visibility into network connectivity as a primary factor impeding their productivity.—
Douglas Murray,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Rainfall was hampering efforts to reach the villages and many roads were swept away or blocked by the landslides.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
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The appointment ends a three-month mayoral vacancy that has been hampering efforts to repair the city's aging, leak-prone water system.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 Oct. 2025
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Additionally, eco-design requirements will improve material recyclability and stimulate demand for recycled content; the lack of such is hindering the sector’s development, the organization said.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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She has been arrested on a felony charge of hindering the apprehension of a criminal, the Reynolds Police Deprtment said on its Facebook page.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
2 Oct. 2025
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The games themselves are embarrassing enough to watch.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
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More recently, that type of direction has become outdated — in a way, even embarrassing to request.—
Blake Simons,
IndieWire,
6 Oct. 2025
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Griffith and CityBeat reporter Madeline Fening are facing charges, including disorderly conduct, failure to disperse, obstructing a highway and obstructing an emergency responder.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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On Thursday, former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on felony charges of making a false statement to Congress and obstructing a congressional proceeding.—
Max Rego,
The Hill,
28 Sep. 2025
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Now, the election outcome is being challenged, tying up the proceedings with the National Labor Relations Board, and leaving workers in limbo for an indefinite period until a decision is finalized by the government agency.—
Olivia Evans,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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You’re paid for the risk of tying up money.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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The Queen of Wands shows up to encourage you to embody your charisma, creativity, and leadership without holding back.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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Grande, a Florida native, quickly took notice, sharing a clip of Lipa’s cover on her Instagram Story and adding a face holding back tears emoji in appreciation.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Interfering (with).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interfering%20%28with%29. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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