hindering

Example Sentences

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The motion aims to prevent the ruling from hindering future investigations, not to reopen the paused Powell inquiry.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

Now a collection of more than 300 business leaders say burdensome regulations are hindering growth—and that as a result, dozens of companies are skipping town.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Unlike their richer counterparts, many of whom have generational wealth, moderate millionaires often finance their rising expenses themselves, hindering their ability to invest and save for retirement.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The less happy story is that my generation’s unprecedented financial success is now directly hindering our offsprings’ ability to similarly flourish.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

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

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding