impede

Example Sentences

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The Fed has some tools to impede the economy from melting up or down.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

She also urged the public to "allow the judicial process to continue without any speculation" that could impede the "pursuit of justice for all those affected".

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Often, they’re the same thing, like Byrne’s stiff blonde wig or her set of fake teeth that impede several lines of dialogue to hysterical results.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

The global condemnation of Mr. Lai’s sentence suggests that his detention will impede China’s relations with democratic countries.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026

It might be a bit snug, but it didn’t impede his breathing.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro