as in frustrated
to prevent from achieving a goal
a coalition of grassroots organizations thwarted the company's efforts to get approval for a new power plant
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Recent Examples of thwarted
The draconian rule of law under Pinochet also thwarted the young director’s cinematic ambitions.
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Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
During clutch time over multiple possessions, Jokic was thwarted.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
In an arrest affidavit, investigators said Victor Lee Hawkins, 20, armed with two semiautomatic handguns, walked into the lobby of the school that afternoon, told everyone to hit the ground and tried to shoot one student but was thwarted by a malfunctioning weapon.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 15 Apr. 2026
The plot revolves around the evil Dark Helmet (Moranis) and President Skroob (Brooks), who attempt to steal the atmosphere of the peaceful planet Druidia, only to be thwarted by the hero Lone Starr (Pullman), his sidekick Barf (John Candy), and the Druish princess Vespa (Zuniga).
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
Meaningful conversations between my wife and me are thwarted by her unwillingness to engage in rational discussions.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
The dam had been thwarted by persistent drought, then sprung leaks.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
Several prisoners attempted to escape by swimming to the mainland, but the attempts were mostly thwarted by the water's cold temperatures and strong current.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Having already thwarted an unimpressive — and perhaps dysfunctional — Giants team and a talented Mariners squad, the Yankees will open their home slate against an upstart Marlins club.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
During clutch time over multiple possessions, Jokic was thwarted.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 21 Apr. 2026
In an arrest affidavit, investigators said Victor Lee Hawkins, 20, armed with two semiautomatic handguns, walked into the lobby of the school that afternoon, told everyone to hit the ground and tried to shoot one student but was thwarted by a malfunctioning weapon.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 15 Apr. 2026
The plot revolves around the evil Dark Helmet (Moranis) and President Skroob (Brooks), who attempt to steal the atmosphere of the peaceful planet Druidia, only to be thwarted by the hero Lone Starr (Pullman), his sidekick Barf (John Candy), and the Druish princess Vespa (Zuniga).
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
Meaningful conversations between my wife and me are thwarted by her unwillingness to engage in rational discussions.
—R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 12 Apr. 2026
The dam had been thwarted by persistent drought, then sprung leaks.
—Julie Bourdin, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026
Several prisoners attempted to escape by swimming to the mainland, but the attempts were mostly thwarted by the water's cold temperatures and strong current.
—Noe Padilla, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Having already thwarted an unimpressive — and perhaps dysfunctional — Giants team and a talented Mariners squad, the Yankees will open their home slate against an upstart Marlins club.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 3 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thwarted
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But Brown has seemed to often be frustrated by his role in the team’s offense, which continued last fall as his production dipped and the offense as a whole sputtered.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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The user seemingly was frustrated by Paramount‘s decision not to release the film in theaters and opting for a streaming release.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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There’s an iPad for everyone, but the platform as a whole has felt stuck for a long time, with fast and capable hardware hampered by software that doesn’t take full advantage of it.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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He’s since lost quickness and, because of his persistent injuries – he’s been hampered by hamstring issues over the last year and was questionable for Game 3 with calf tightness – never seems to have his full burst on the floor.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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Perry says that the label wanted to call the record 4 Non Blondes, which baffled her.—
Brenna Ehrlich,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2026
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The Brotherly Bultema Battery of junior pitcher Maddux and sophomore catcher Nolan had the South Lake hitters baffled.—
Chris Hays,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 Apr. 2026
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Just four months ago, another plan to strike at New Orleans residents was foiled by law enforcement.—
Rebekah Riess,
CNN Money,
24 Apr. 2026
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Bournemouth scored twice, but so many attacks were foiled by the Netherlands defender.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Thwarted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thwarted. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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