PONS ASINORUM Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

pons asinorum

noun

Definition of pons asinorum

as in interference

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Noun

Reigns won the match with three spears in a row in a perfect singles match that had zero interference.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2026
Some legal and tax experts say the immunity agreement could violate an IRS statute barring executive branch interference in taxpayer audits and investigations.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of interference

Noun

For many commercial fleets, access to fueling has remained one of the biggest obstacles to adopting natural gas vehicles.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
Unlike Lake Michigan, debris and garbage settle along the riverbed and near the banks, forcing divers to search through sediment and obstacles while currents continue to move beneath the surface.

— Darius Johnson, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of obstacle

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Tracey was arrested days after the incident and charged with endangering the welfare of a child, simple assault, harassment and obstruction.

— Adam Sabes , Preston Mizell, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Her husband, Champaign County Clerk Aaron Ammons, is charged separately with conspiracy to obstruct justice and obstruction.

— Jeremy Gorner, Chicago Tribune, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of obstruction

Noun

Many organizations mistakenly view governance as a hindrance, measuring AI maturity by deployment rather than critical questions about purpose, reliability, and accountability.

— Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Portugal’s World Cup to date has been dominated by the debate over whether Cristiano Ronaldo is a help or a hindrance.

— Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 1 July 2026

Definition of hindrance

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Chicken thighs seasoned with a bright lemon-herb rub roast briefly before apple wedges, slices of delicata squash (no peeling required), and fennel seeds go into the pan.

— Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2026
An intense dry rub coats the chicken both pre- and post-frying, imparting a crunchy crust with slow-building heat.

— Ellen Fort, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 July 2026

Definition of rub

Noun

Nick Jackson was still on the floor as this devolved into a handicap match.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
For amenities like restrooms, a handicap accessible walkover, ample parking, and a lifeguard on duty, consider the Santa Clara Regional beach access.

— Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Definition of handicap

Noun

When firefighters identify dangerous wildfire hazards, the solution shouldn’t be delayed by endless procedural hurdles.

— Ruben Grijalva, Oc Register, 1 Aug. 2026
The deal faces hurdles over whether the Israeli or Hamas portion of the agreement should take place first, NPR's Franco Ordoñez tells Up First.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 31 July 2026

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