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Twenty-seven were rejected by Israeli authorities and the other four were severely impeded, meaning they were prevented from accomplishing all the work they set out to do.

But many say that, in recent times, access to trees on their land has been impeded, often violently by Israeli settlers.

“Her dedication to solving the difficult issues before her — whether past or present — have never impeded her focus on what lies ahead,” Johnson wrote.

Agricultural irrigation and power plant operations could also be significantly impeded, and if past mussel infestations are any indication, golden mussels could also severely affect boating and recreation by encrusting docks, engines and steering equipment.

With all the starting pitchers they lost, and all the hurdles that impeded their path, they had gotten here by doing all they were asked of, and then some.