hindrance
Example Sentences
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“This is an unsustainable burden for ICE employees and a hindrance to ICE operations given the exceptional growth in congressional visits,” he wrote.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
These sky-high valuations clearly haven’t been a hindrance for chip investors yet, though.
From Barron's • Apr. 24, 2026
Aryna Sabalenka was called for hindrance for a change in her grunt during her Australian Open semi-final against Elina Svitolina in January.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
In Northern Europe, winter isn’t a hindrance for war, but in fact makes it more likely.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026
“Over Our Dead Bodies” was a dynamic slogan, but it proved as much a hindrance as a help.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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