hamper
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If Qatar’s supply stays sidelined for another four to eight weeks, say experts, shortages could hamper the production of high-end chips.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026
Initial symptoms of meningitis include headache, fever, drowsiness and a stiff neck -- but those are symptoms of different illnesses and can hamper prompt diagnosis.
From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026
This bias not only hurts women who are economists; it can also hamper policymaking by limiting the range of perspectives that inform economic decisions.
From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026
Senior officials in Italian cricket fear potential reputational damage, and the possibility of legal cases, will hamper opportunities to capitalise on their debut T20 World Cup appearance and grow the game further in the country.
From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026
He opens the hamper, wondering if he’s okay never seeing Aimee again, knowing she’ll never forgive him if she ever finds out he’s responsible.
From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera
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