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But StoneX’s Cody Acree told MarketWatch is doubtful that the election outcomes will hinder data-center buildouts in the near term.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 4, 2026
The second phase started Tuesday as crews began reinforcing the slope by buttressing it at the base and armoring it with rocks to hinder slope movement and erosion.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
"If the plants lose their ant defenders and become less healthy, it could hinder forest recovery following disturbance," Dr. Yusah added.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 6, 2026
But there is this challenge where you don’t want to cut it off and hinder productivity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2026
Dust cloths, monthly cloths, rags tied around pipe joints to hinder freezing; pot holders and pieces to test hot irons and wrap their handles.
From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison
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But as streaming has grown in popularity, critics have argued that it hinders the ability of clubs to exploit this revenue stream.
From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026
"Delays in specimen collection, transportation and testing can postpone confirmation by days or weeks, which hinders the isolation of infected persons, contact tracing and the initiation of outbreak-control measures," Sullivan wrote.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026
But it was interesting to see him wrestle with how his work hinders that — is it the crutch or the salvation?
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
Carrying costs are also an issue—massive properties are burdened by soaring taxes—especially in markets like Los Angeles, where the mansion tax hinders high-end sales.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 3, 2026
And so, in consequence, there are infinite habitable worlds; what hinders? ... these and suchlike insolent and bold attempts, prodigious paradoxes, inferences must needs follow, if it once be granted which ...
From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan
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Svetz cites camrips and microscopic theatrical windows as factors that have both hindered cinema and strengthened its unique selling points, and he’s completely right.
From Salon ● Oct. 22, 2026
Last season as a rookie, Ferguson was hindered early in the schedule because of a hamstring injury suffered during training camp.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 26, 2026
“The persistence of the company’s proposal to close and sell the Brampton plant has hindered the bargaining process,” Unifor said, adding that talks have reached an impasse and are now paused.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
But Rowland says she has never felt "hindered" by playing with the same size ball as in men's rugby.
From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026
If we fail to appreciate the differences, we will be hindered in our ability to meet the challenges created by the current moment.
From "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander
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Lending to eurozone businesses halved in August, signaling that rising borrowing costs are hindering investment.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
In the comments section under Adeyemi’s Wednesday video, frustrated fans asked the author to be more transparent while others suggested maybe a non-disclosure agreement was hindering her ability to offer any specifics on the incident.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
Spain's state meteorological agency Aemet has warned the "fire danger level will continue to rise to extreme levels, hindering firefighting efforts".
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 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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