hampered

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"The idea that a highly resourced inquiry was hampered by a no comment interview is nonsensical," he said.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

But his program has been hampered by numerous court rulings on the grounds that those targeted must be able to assert their due process rights.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The original plan was to open the museum in 2020, but fundraising efforts were hampered by the 2017 Thomas fire, which destroyed hundreds of homes in the area.

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

U.S. small business optimism index rose 0.1 points to 95.9 in April, but rising cost pressures hampered sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

“We’ve travelled about. Mr. Ratchett wanted to see the world. He was hampered by knowing no languages. I acted more as a courier than as a secretary. It was a pleasant life.”

From "Murder on the Orient Express" by Agatha Christie