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interfere

[in-ter-feer] / ˌɪn tərˈfɪər /


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These observations have raised an important question: Are such movement problems simply a consequence of damage occurring in the brain, or could Alzheimer's also interfere directly with nerves elsewhere in the body?

From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026

These enzymes help maintain cellular health by removing damaged DNA building blocks before they can interfere with normal biological processes.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 5, 2026

She said the government doesn't want to interfere with "current ongoing commercial negotiations", but said ministers would be seeking "clarity" on the plans for the retailer.

From BBC ● Nov. 4, 2026

Such damage can interfere with proteins and other essential components of cells, particularly when the body's normal protective systems become less effective.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026

I ’member the boy closing Pap’s eyes and taking the saddle offen Spangler and leaving it in a tree so’s no one would interfere with it afore we come back.

From "The Journey of Little Charlie" by Christopher Paul Curtis

Disabling this protein increases fat consumption and interferes with the formation of new fat cells, raising the possibility of a different approach to treating obesity.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 24, 2026

Soto-Martínez’s office said enforcement under the city ordinance interferes with efforts to move unhoused residents into housing.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026

Lower light exposure reduces the possibility of photodamage, which occurs when the light used for imaging harms living cells or interferes with their normal functions.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 17, 2026

That tort takes place when a person intentionally interferes with another person’s lawful possession of movable personal property.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

If, however, something destroys this enzyme or interferes with its action, the person exposed to malathion receives the full force of the poison.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson

Researchers led by Lancaster University have revisited a historical account of a train delayed in Exeter, England, when solar activity interfered with the railway's telegraph system.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 21, 2026

The men behind Gatalog and its sister site, CtrlPew, went to federal court in Orlando, Fla., to try to block that assertion, saying California’s suit interfered with their constitutional rights.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026

A fan clad in a midnight-blue Yankees jacket had reached over the wall and interfered with the play.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 8, 2026

Players are allowed to request video reviews of specific judgement points if they believe there has been a hindrance - such as whether a ball has bounced twice, or a distraction has interfered with play.

From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026

“Yes. And if you hadn’t interfered, they would both be under my control. As it is, they could be anywhere. At least they’re not with Lord Asriel.”

From "The Amber Spyglass" by Philip Pullman

This process attaches a chemical group called a nitro group to particular locations on a protein, potentially changing its structure and interfering with its normal activity.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 4, 2026

Policy analyst Mayala said Kabila's involvement could help Rwanda counter accusations that it was interfering in Congo's internal affairs.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

The discovery could eventually help doctors identify patients at risk of recurring arthritis and develop treatments that control joint inflammation without interfering with the immune system's ability to fight cancer.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 20, 2026

The spokesperson did not clarify whether Essayli was accusing Gonzalez of interfering with Saturday’s operation.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 19, 2026

Dicey tried to help, but she felt clumsy—as if she was interfering, not helping.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt


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