hindered

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At the same time, Burnham would inherit a British economy that showed signs of picking up before the US-Iran war hindered growth and pushed up inflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Taremi said the team is hindered by their missing staff and because they were instructed to fly back to Mexico immediately after the game rather than spending the night in California to recover properly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 16, 2026

"This is a savings tool which hindered rather than helped us, which leaves a bad taste," he says.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The firm said other department stores had seen similar trends, as higher gas prices due to the Iran war have hindered spending on things like shoes and clothes.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

It may be that the counsels of the Enemy will be confused, or hindered by his wrath with Saruman.

From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien