1
as in to impede
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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2
as in to block
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 obstruct
Agents were able to identify the suspects and placed them under arrest for obstructing law enforcement.
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Danielle Wallace , Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
When Ding finished the letter, he was falsely arrested on a felony charge of obstructing or resisting an officer, according to the complaint.
—Sacbee.com, 8 July 2025
Prosecutors charged him with a felony count of misconduct in office, a felony, and one misdemeanor charge of obstructing an officer.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025
Most offered users a discount or alternate plan, which was also under fire for obstructing the process to immediately cancel a subscription.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Danielle Wallace , Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
When Ding finished the letter, he was falsely arrested on a felony charge of obstructing or resisting an officer, according to the complaint.
—Sacbee.com, 8 July 2025
Prosecutors charged him with a felony count of misconduct in office, a felony, and one misdemeanor charge of obstructing an officer.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025
Most offered users a discount or alternate plan, which was also under fire for obstructing the process to immediately cancel a subscription.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obstruct
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Will this impede efforts to advance gender equality, especially in technology sectors?—
Lauren Buitta,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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But some of the worst economic effects will be felt by future generations, who, according to one Gen Zer interviewed by CNBC, are already concerned the deficit will impede their ability to collect social services.—
Leslie Picker,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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Courthouse security directed media members to leave in the opposite direction, blocking the way.—
John Diedrich,
jsonline.com,
7 July 2025
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While a few other silhouettes are in the running, this eye-catching option adds some personality to every outfit and helps block out more of the sun than smaller pairs.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
7 July 2025
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The list, created following a Trump executive order, aimed to identify jurisdictions hindering federal immigration laws and potentially withhold their funding.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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In addition to drying out the atmosphere, the dust also increases wind shear and atmospheric stability — two other key factors that can hinder storm formation.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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This will to copy and paste the images of history in effect occludes its alien beauty and force—the simulacrum devours its source.—
Namwali Serpell,
The New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2025
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This will to copy and paste the images of history in effect occludes its alien beauty and force—the simulacrum devours its source.—
Namwali Serpell,
The New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 June 2025
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Keep clear of puddles - Driving through puddles or low rainwater areas can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
30 June 2025
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SoCal embarrassed the Jekyll & Hyde Utah team, who were flying how but who lose easily to the near-last place Hard Eights for their only win of the weekend.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Such an attack might embarrass Trump and spur him to make good on his threat in his address to the nation on Saturday evening to respond to Iran with even greater force.—
Uri Friedman,
The Atlantic,
23 June 2025
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“Obstruct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obstruct. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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