impeding
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In the Congo, deep distrust and superstition are impeding efforts to contain Ebola.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
In the world of quantum computing, five years hardly seems like enough time to address the hurdles impeding the development of scalable, practically useful systems.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
But Treacy was given a penalty after impeding Liu Shaoang in an incident where both hit the ice, having moved into the Chinese skater's racing line.
From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026
Other cases against protesters accused of assaulting or impeding federal officers have also fallen apart.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026
He stood in front of the door, impeding Juanita’s progress.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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