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hampering

ADJECTIVE
deterring
Synonyms




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But it has struggled against a lack of enforcement power and several nations -- notably China, Israel, Russia and the United States -- do not recognise its jurisdiction, hampering its ability to investigate their nationals.

From Barron's Jul. 27, 2026

Investors seemed to react to weekend clashes hampering traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, and wondered is multiple interest rate hikes are more likely to emerge this year.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 30, 2026

Winds of up to 50 mph stoked the flames and severely limited the fire response by hampering boat and aircraft access to the remote island.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

Yet senior executives also warned rising prices and sporadic supplies shortages were hampering business.

From MarketWatch Jun. 3, 2026

With the hampering help of my sisters I made the little doghouse.

From "Where the Red Fern Grows" by Wilson Rawls




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