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hindering

[hin-der-ing] / ˈhɪn dər ɪŋ /




ADJECTIVE
withholding
Synonyms


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The company has faced hurdles in sourcing engines, seats, lavatories and other equipment for years, hindering aircraft production and, consequently, deliveries.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 28, 2026

Difficult terrain was hindering efforts to extinguish the blaze and it was still burning early on Saturday, police said, with some 200 emergency personnel deployed.

From BBC ● Oct. 24, 2026

“An English-only approach would not be doing that. In fact, it would be hindering in many cases.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026

While Europe is generally struggling in the car business, it’s the problems associated with China that’s hindering performance.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 1, 2026

"You're hindering Ralph. You're not letting him get to the most important thing."

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding


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