hindered
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There were, however, extenuating circumstances, in that he was 12th fastest before failing to improve on a messy final lap hindered by a sub-optimal 'prep' lap which left his tyres out of the 'window'.
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Contract signings to purchase existing homes fell 2.3% in July from the previous month, as high mortgage rates hindered transactions.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 18, 2026
The FCC said the cap had become outdated and hindered broadcasters’ ability to compete for viewers and advertising dollars against streaming services, podcasts and other digital platforms that face no comparable restrictions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 6, 2026
"Records for both upstream production in Brazil and refinery utilisation have helped counter hindered Middle East output," noted Keith Bowman, equity analyst at Interactive Investor.
From Barron's ● Jul. 30, 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
