1
as in to impede
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
this would go much faster if you would stop obstructing me with your constant interruptions
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2
as in to block
to prevent passage through by filling with something
at the moment the city's only tunnel between downtown and the airport is obstructed by an overturned tanker truck
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Recent Examples of obstruct
Agents were able to identify the suspects and placed them under arrest for obstructing law enforcement.
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Danielle Wallace , Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
When Ding finished the letter, he was falsely arrested on a felony charge of obstructing or resisting an officer, according to the complaint.
—Sacbee.com, 8 July 2025
Prosecutors charged him with a felony count of misconduct in office, a felony, and one misdemeanor charge of obstructing an officer.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025
Most offered users a discount or alternate plan, which was also under fire for obstructing the process to immediately cancel a subscription.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Danielle Wallace , Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
When Ding finished the letter, he was falsely arrested on a felony charge of obstructing or resisting an officer, according to the complaint.
—Sacbee.com, 8 July 2025
Prosecutors charged him with a felony count of misconduct in office, a felony, and one misdemeanor charge of obstructing an officer.
—Daniel Bice, jsonline.com, 8 July 2025
Most offered users a discount or alternate plan, which was also under fire for obstructing the process to immediately cancel a subscription.
—Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obstruct
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Will this impede efforts to advance gender equality, especially in technology sectors?—
Lauren Buitta,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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But some of the worst economic effects will be felt by future generations, who, according to one Gen Zer interviewed by CNBC, are already concerned the deficit will impede their ability to collect social services.—
Leslie Picker,
CNBC,
7 July 2025
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At the agency, Trainor has muscled support to block Democrats from weaponizing the FEC against Trump and Republicans.—
Paul Bedard,
The Washington Examiner,
7 July 2025
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As a result, the department has blocked student loan forgiveness under these plans.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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This extensive list of options ensures your absence doesn’t hinder your ability to accrue and use your FSA benefits, reflecting a broader understanding of how adaptable life situations and financial planning must be.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr,
USA Today,
2 July 2025
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In addition to drying out the atmosphere, the dust also increases wind shear and atmospheric stability — two other key factors that can hinder storm formation.—
Brandi D. Addison,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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This will to copy and paste the images of history in effect occludes its alien beauty and force—the simulacrum devours its source.—
Namwali Serpell,
The New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2025
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And, in every case, banal commentary is slowly occluding the art, seeping into it in boldface titles or explainers that speak over the sound or cover the image.—
Namwali Serpell,
The New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2025
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One of the central concerns is whether Trump administration cuts to the National Weather Service — the backbone of the country’s weather warning system — will hamper local governments and residents from staving off disaster when severe weather strikes.—
William Tong,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
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Updated July 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 July 2025
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SoCal embarrassed the Jekyll & Hyde Utah team, who were flying how but who lose easily to the near-last place Hard Eights for their only win of the weekend.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Such an attack might embarrass Trump and spur him to make good on his threat in his address to the nation on Saturday evening to respond to Iran with even greater force.—
Uri Friedman,
The Atlantic,
23 June 2025
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“Obstruct.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obstruct. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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