PONS ASINORUM Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

pons asinorum

noun

Definition of pons asinorum

as in interference

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Noun

War Secretary Pete Hegseth is mobilizing the Pentagon’s cybersecurity and intelligence resources to protect against foreign interference in the 2026 midterm elections.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 29 Sep. 2026
But officials cited Wallace for pass interference, giving the Broncos another set of downs.

— Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of interference

Noun

Rather than simply detecting physical obstacles, the system distinguishes between different types of messes and household objects to optimize cleaning strategies.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
His efforts, however, encountered their greatest obstacle after World War II due to the suspicions aroused by Philip’s family’s uncomfortable ties to the Nazis.

— Diego Parrado, Vanity Fair, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of obstacle

Noun

However, the current leadership at Health and Human Services has demonstrated an intolerance for internal dissenting dialogue — a significant impediment to rapid course correction.

— Daniel Jernigan, STAT, 26 Sep. 2026
Bird-friendly design measures have been effectively mandated with no impediment to development in cities including New York, San Francisco, Toronto, and locally in Evanston, Lake County and Skokie.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of impediment

Noun

Allegations of obstruction The sentencing dispute also extends beyond Rivera’s lobbying activities.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 29 Sep. 2026
He was issued felony citations on suspicion of burglary, evading police, driving more than 100 mph, hit-and-run, obstruction and resisting, reckless driving and taking a vehicle without the owner’s consent, according to the Sheriff’s Office.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of obstruction

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Of course, some artists viewed that as a hindrance down the line, like being caught up in corporate handcuffs.

— Alex Gonzalez, VIBE.com, 18 Sep. 2026
This reduces direct pressure and compression on deep blood vessels at the back of the legs, reducing hindrance to blood flow.

— Ayesha Gulzar, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of hindrance

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What’s more, the mixes can be used straight from the envelope as a dry rub for meat, as a base for dips, or even as a popcorn seasoning.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026
Phillips did his signature celebration — an exaggerated belly rub — which immediately caught the attention of Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of rub

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The driver, Manning said, had been working particularly well, so well that the 10-handicap golfer had just broke 80 for the first time.

— Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 11 Sep. 2026
The 6,970-yard course is challenging but fair and open enough for all handicaps, from the proper tees, to have a good time.

— Langston Wertz Jr, Charlotte Observer, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of handicap

Noun

And Starship will have other hurdles to clear as well, even if today's flight goes perfectly.

— Mike Wall, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026
View gallery - 3 images A robotic suit that lets someone with a spinal-cord injury stand up, look a friend in the eye, or stir a pot on the stove without anyone's help just cleared its biggest hurdle.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026

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