hinder

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Morgan Stanley warns that high oil prices, fueled by the Iran war, could hinder corporate profits and prompt the Federal Reserve to maintain or raise interest rates due to inflation.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

Permitting delays and litigation hinder the buildout of transmission lines, pipelines, housing, factories, data centers and more.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

Others said they worried the scandal might hinder their efforts to secure fair wages and better working conditions.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 19, 2026

When asked if this would hinder Seoul's deterrence strategy, he responded: "I can say with certainty that it would not."

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

‘See that he does no harm to any, but do not hurt him or hinder him. Give him a horse, if he wishes it.’

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien