hampered

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Injuries hampered them then as they hamper them now, but Hearts kept the show on the road.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

U.S. small business optimism index rose 0.1 points to 95.9 in April, but rising cost pressures hampered sentiment.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Considered one of the better tight ends available in free agency, Njoku was still looking for a new team in May because he had a disappointing 2025 season that was hampered by a knee injury.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

Analysts say a focus on high-tech sectors could help the transition, but caution that it could take years for defence exports to become a big contributor to economic growth, hampered by capacity and workforce shortages.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

Nearly all of his father’s presents were given with reservations which hampered their value somewhat.

From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck