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as in deterrence
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as in hampering
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 thwarting
Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The thwarting of the Charlotte Hornets, one of the NBA’s fastest squads, is the quintessential White play.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The council keeps losing court battles on issues ranging from its Voter ID law to its efforts to censor library books to its thwarting of state housing laws.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 18 Feb. 2026
Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Brendan Fraser is on hand as well, playing a jerky LAPD detective who keeps stepping on Diamond’s toes, thwarting the private eye’s shrewd attempts to crack the case.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
Israel says its strikes are aimed at thwarting attempts by Hamas and other Palestinian militants to stage attacks against its forces.
—Reuters, NBC news, 7 May 2026
Frey unleashed his five-pitch arsenal, thwarting the Spartans most of the way.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
In long form, the writers can pack enough globe-spanning spy games, adrenaline-spiking set pieces, and terrorist-thwarting action to keep even James Bond – or Jack Bauer, or Jason Bourne – busy.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
Mostly, Julian and Lori take turns thwarting his obnoxious kids and threatening to quit.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
By siding with inflation hawks at the bank, Acosta has effectively deprived Petro of control of the board, thwarting the leftist leader’s desire for dramatic monetary easing.
—Oscar Medina, Bloomberg, 31 Mar. 2026
Instead they’re best known for fighting each other, barely passing budgets on time, and thwarting the popular will of the people.
—Matt Chilliak, Boston Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Noun
The attack’s thwarting was an undeniable success.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 27 Apr. 2026
The thwarting of the Charlotte Hornets, one of the NBA’s fastest squads, is the quintessential White play.
—Fred Katz, New York Times, 8 Apr. 2026
The council keeps losing court battles on issues ranging from its Voter ID law to its efforts to censor library books to its thwarting of state housing laws.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 18 Feb. 2026
Verb
Scenes at the coveted Edwards Ranch — the property Rip and Beth took over, thwarting Beulah Jackson's (Annette Bening) plans to expand her land — were filmed at the real-life Saunders Ranch in Weatherford, Texas.
—Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
Brendan Fraser is on hand as well, playing a jerky LAPD detective who keeps stepping on Diamond’s toes, thwarting the private eye’s shrewd attempts to crack the case.
—Jordan Mintzer, HollywoodReporter, 20 May 2026
Israel says its strikes are aimed at thwarting attempts by Hamas and other Palestinian militants to stage attacks against its forces.
—Reuters, NBC news, 7 May 2026
Frey unleashed his five-pitch arsenal, thwarting the Spartans most of the way.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026
In long form, the writers can pack enough globe-spanning spy games, adrenaline-spiking set pieces, and terrorist-thwarting action to keep even James Bond – or Jack Bauer, or Jason Bourne – busy.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
Mostly, Julian and Lori take turns thwarting his obnoxious kids and threatening to quit.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
By siding with inflation hawks at the bank, Acosta has effectively deprived Petro of control of the board, thwarting the leftist leader’s desire for dramatic monetary easing.
—Oscar Medina, Bloomberg, 31 Mar. 2026
Instead they’re best known for fighting each other, barely passing budgets on time, and thwarting the popular will of the people.
—Matt Chilliak, Boston Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thwarting
Adjective
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Korda’s final putt of the day curled in the right side of the cup to solidify her second consecutive round of 67 at Riviera after beginning the championship with a frustrating 2-over 73.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
7 June 2026
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Deer And Rabbit Damage Deer have a frustrating habit of nibbling the flowers off of hydrangeas.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
7 June 2026
Noun
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Polish Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz told Polish broadcaster TVP on Tuesday that nuclear deterrence would be discussed during a NATO meeting in Brussels on June 18.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 June 2026
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With the Hai Kun nearing delivery, the modernization of the Chien Lung-class submarines nearing completion, and advanced torpedoes scheduled to arrive next year, Taiwan’s navy is steadily expanding its undersea warfare capabilities and strengthening its maritime deterrence posture.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Deep mistrust among some people in the town is hampering response efforts to the outbreak of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola virus — for which there is no vaccine.—
Emmet Livingstone,
NPR,
28 May 2026
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Kojan, who has been involved in fighting previous Ebola outbreaks in central and western Africa and is president of the Alliance for International Medical Action, said deep mistrust within some local communities is hampering efforts to contain the virus.—
Tom Soufi Burridge,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
Adjective
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The suspect made a baffling statement after the incident.—
Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
31 May 2026
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Frame the Challenge — Then Step Aside New musicians in Davis’s bands often complained that his instructions were cryptic, incomplete, or baffling.—
Bill Fischer,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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Something was not right with the team make-up, and the most obvious problem appeared to be a lack of high-speed foiling experience.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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There’s also a chill place to hang post hanging ten, surf-wellness experiences, skateboarding clinics, and e-foiling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Verb
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Goldman later cited a Manhattan federal district judge's late May ruling preventing ICE from arresting people attending immigration court during routine, mandatory check-ins.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Kim has called for creating a public disaster insurance program and advocated for preventing companies from raising rates after someone files a home or auto insurance claim.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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The winner was the player who avoided being blocked the longest — a blocking game, a category of strategy game where the objective centers on restricting your opponent’s movement.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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They were nearly run over by a man on a bicycle crossing Rue Ballu.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Young was looking for wide receiver John Metchie on a crossing route.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
2 June 2026
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“Thwarting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thwarting. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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