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hindering

[hin-der-ing] / ˈhɪn dər ɪŋ /




ADJECTIVE
withholding
Synonyms


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During the northern hemisphere summer, warm waters associated with El Nino can fuel hurricanes in the central and eastern Pacific, while hindering their development in the Atlantic Ocean.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

The primary factor hindering expansion "is always produce", Garbutt continues.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The motion aims to prevent the ruling from hindering future investigations, not to reopen the paused Powell inquiry.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Airbus has struggled to source everything from seats to toilets in recent years, hindering aircraft production and, consequently, deliveries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“You are hindering Nico. You try to persuade him to give up his goal. I would make him a lord!”

From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan




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