hindered

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Regardless of the war, “the company entered 2026 behind its targeted booking curve, and these headwinds have hindered the company’s ability to accelerate bookings and close that gap,” Norwegian said.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

My creative output felt hindered, my concert calendar stale.

From Slate • Apr. 12, 2026

When lung growth is hindered in adolescence, “that can lead to increased risk for respiratory, cardiovascular, and metabolic diseases later in life,” said Fangqi Guo, the study’s lead author.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

Mid Ulster Council's Chief Executive Adrian McCreesh said it was "extremely disappointing" that development was being hindered.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

“He’s an extraordinary child, isn’t he?” said Number Two, her speech somewhat hindered by a mouthful of biscuit.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart