hindering

Example Sentences

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During the northern hemisphere summer, warm waters associated with El Nino can fuel hurricanes in the central and eastern Pacific, while hindering their development in the Atlantic Ocean.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 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

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

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

She said these included strict regulations hindering development and delays to a defence investment plan, which she said meant the defence sector in Plymouth could not progress as it should.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

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

From "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding