as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
for decades the maverick filmmaker was short-circuited by a chronic lack of funds
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Recent Examples of short-circuit
Though Hyatt’s criminal case was short-circuited by his medical condition, the lawsuits against Rainbow Bar & Grill, owned by a company called Rockin’ Horse, moved ahead.
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2025
His latest arrest on animal cruelty charges recalled the case of Mr. Vick, the dual-threat quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons whose success in the N.F.L. — guiding his team to the playoffs and making the cover of the Madden video game — was short-circuited by a dogfighting conviction.
—Neil Vigdor, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
By stymying Butler, the Heat short-circuited the Warriors’ offensive engine.
—Danny Emerman, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
Asiana Airlines: Spare lithium batteries and extra batteries that are 160 Wh or less must be packed in short-circuit proof packaging.
—Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
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Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 15 Apr. 2025
His latest arrest on animal cruelty charges recalled the case of Mr. Vick, the dual-threat quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons whose success in the N.F.L. — guiding his team to the playoffs and making the cover of the Madden video game — was short-circuited by a dogfighting conviction.
—Neil Vigdor, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2025
By stymying Butler, the Heat short-circuited the Warriors’ offensive engine.
—Danny Emerman, Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
Asiana Airlines: Spare lithium batteries and extra batteries that are 160 Wh or less must be packed in short-circuit proof packaging.
—Kathleen Magramo, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for short-circuit
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On April 16, the Department of Homeland Security threatened to impede Harvard’s ability to enroll students from abroad – an unprecedented move that would devastate the campus if the White House moved forward with it.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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Before the cameras were installed, officers typically issued around 570 tickets for impeding bus lanes monthly, the transportation department told LAist.—
Terry Castleman,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Scientists believe early exposure to this content may hinder children's understanding of consent and respect in relationships.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
2 May 2025
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The Transport Workers Union argued the petition would hinder safety.—
Alexandra Skores,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
17 May 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.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 May 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 Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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Additionally, Iman accused the Gonna Love Me singer of taking their kids out of school for no reason and willfully obstructing and interfering with his right to pick up the their kids on April 17.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
9 May 2025
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The goal isn’t to embarrass or dominate the other person.—
John Bowe,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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This is not Carey's first time embarrassing her children.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Short-circuit.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/short-circuit. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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