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as in impeded
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
this would go much faster if you would stop obstructing me with your constant interruptions
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as in jammed
to prevent passage through by filling with something
at the moment the city's only tunnel between downtown and the airport is obstructed by an overturned tanker truck
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Recent Examples of obstructed
Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
Ogles launched a congressional probe into O’Connell, claiming his administration obstructed ICE operations.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Trump was not charged with any crime, but Mueller later shared 10 instances in which the president may have obstructed justice.
—Daysia Tolentino, EW.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Gunfire came from outside the sanctuary while students, staff and parishioners were gathered for the service, per earlier coverage by PEOPLE — doors had been obstructed with two-by-fours before the shooting began.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
During the violence, which peaked over a week in mid July, spiking again in early August, at least 22 children were reportedly killed and 21 more injured; at least five health centers were reportedly struck, with two physicians killed and ambulances obstructed and attacked.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Despite earlier concerns that the electoral process could be obstructed by supporters of Morales, who had called on the public to boycott the race, international observers said there were no major disruptions.
—Lucinda Elliott, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2025
America remains stuck with TikTok, addicted at home and obstructed abroad.
—Autumn Dorsey, Boston Herald, 19 Aug. 2025
The landfill is now closed off, with entrances obstructed by large concrete blocks and tall, forbidding gates.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
Verb
Gone were the giant inflated Brown statues that appeared during recent Breezy Bowl shows (and at his Tycoon Music Festival appearance here in April), which prompted concertgoer complaints about obstructed views.
—Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 10 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Lottery seats may be partially obstructed.
—Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
Ogles launched a congressional probe into O’Connell, claiming his administration obstructed ICE operations.
—Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Trump was not charged with any crime, but Mueller later shared 10 instances in which the president may have obstructed justice.
—Daysia Tolentino, EW.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Gunfire came from outside the sanctuary while students, staff and parishioners were gathered for the service, per earlier coverage by PEOPLE — doors had been obstructed with two-by-fours before the shooting began.
—Christina Coulter, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
During the violence, which peaked over a week in mid July, spiking again in early August, at least 22 children were reportedly killed and 21 more injured; at least five health centers were reportedly struck, with two physicians killed and ambulances obstructed and attacked.
—Maryanne Murray Buechner, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Despite earlier concerns that the electoral process could be obstructed by supporters of Morales, who had called on the public to boycott the race, international observers said there were no major disruptions.
—Lucinda Elliott, USA Today, 19 Aug. 2025
America remains stuck with TikTok, addicted at home and obstructed abroad.
—Autumn Dorsey, Boston Herald, 19 Aug. 2025
The landfill is now closed off, with entrances obstructed by large concrete blocks and tall, forbidding gates.
—Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obstructed
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Additionally, debris removal took place, including significant debris that impeded roadways and public spaces, and damage occurred to water control facilities, utilities and parks and recreation facilities.—
Cathy Kozlowicz,
jsonline.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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The rare move highlighted the administration's combative stance toward jurists who impeded its immigration policies.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
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But Congress has long blocked that increase from taking effect, with lawmakers from both parties fearful about the political fallout of voting themselves a pay raise.—
David Mark,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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But the initiative was quickly blocked in court on procedural grounds and later rescinded by the Biden administration.—
Tami Luhby,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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The investigation has been hampered by peculiar challenges, though, perhaps none greater than the fact that the entire city in which the crime occurred has vanished.—
Denver Nicks,
Rolling Stone,
14 Sep. 2025
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Dry conditions have hampered quail reproduction across parts of Arizona, leading to concerns about future populations.—
Brandon Loomis,
AZCentral.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Trump criticized Powell for raising rates during his first term, arguing that such actions hindered economic growth.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Sep. 2025
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In Wind River, the investigation into Natalie's death is hindered by a troubling legal gap.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Sep. 2025
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After the Detroit Tigers embarrassed them in two games, outscoring them 23-3 earlier this week, the Yankees have won the first two games of their series against the Boston Red Sox.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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We wouldn’t be embarrassed by it, nor would the audience.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Obstructed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obstructed. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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