as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult
an obstruction in the drain has the water all backed up
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Recent Examples of obstructions
The tablets will also note street obstructions.
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Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
If possible, position yourself in a flat, open area with minimal tree cover, rocks, cliffs, or other obstructions that may block the sound of the whistle.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2025, Roborock launched a vacuum cleaner with a robotic arm for moving socks and other obstructions out of the way.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2025
It’s bound to be laden with obstructions and those looking to undermine change.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 20 Aug. 2025
The Buck is collecting data to identify any obstructions to the safe navigation of traffic entering or exiting the Port of Baltimore via the Fort McHenry Federal Channel.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Aug. 2025
This may seem obvious, but keeping vents open and clear of obstructions makes such a difference.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2025
Linevision For the wind prediction, Linevision starts with a detailed, publicly available spatial map that includes buildings and trees, then uses machine learning to interpret how obstructions change wind near power lines.
—IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2025
Similar obstructions abound on the storefront windows near her house.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Oct. 2025
If possible, position yourself in a flat, open area with minimal tree cover, rocks, cliffs, or other obstructions that may block the sound of the whistle.
—Owen Clarke, Outside, 1 Oct. 2025
In 2025, Roborock launched a vacuum cleaner with a robotic arm for moving socks and other obstructions out of the way.
—Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2025
It’s bound to be laden with obstructions and those looking to undermine change.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 20 Aug. 2025
The Buck is collecting data to identify any obstructions to the safe navigation of traffic entering or exiting the Port of Baltimore via the Fort McHenry Federal Channel.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Aug. 2025
This may seem obvious, but keeping vents open and clear of obstructions makes such a difference.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2025
Linevision For the wind prediction, Linevision starts with a detailed, publicly available spatial map that includes buildings and trees, then uses machine learning to interpret how obstructions change wind near power lines.
—IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2025
Similar obstructions abound on the storefront windows near her house.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for obstructions
Noun
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Sununu ultimately prevailed in his 2002 Senate campaign, but not without criticism and obstacles from the pro-Israel lobby due to his voting record, which some Jewish organizations and leaders perceived as anti-Israel.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
The Washington Examiner,
4 Nov. 2025
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With fewer obstacles in the air than on the road, autonomous flight might actually prove safer than driving.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Nov. 2025
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The landfill project has faced several hurdles and drawn the ire of residents since 2024, when Chisholm filed an application for a permit.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Oct. 2025
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And, concerning for people who are getting left behind, the US government began pushing safety-net programs in the opposite direction, reducing benefits and increasing hurdles to access support.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Ayiku adds that this approach reduces transportation barriers, preserves dignity, and guarantees accessibility for all applicants.—
Ronny Maye,
Essence,
31 Oct. 2025
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At-large Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera commended Patterson for breaking barriers in conjunction with delivering results.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
31 Oct. 2025
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“Obstructions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obstructions. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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