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Impede

Definition

To slow down the progress or movement of something or someone, or to make it more difficult for something to happen or be done.

Example Sentences

1The heavy traffic will impede our journey to the airport.
2Does the new policy impede the development of small businesses in the area?
3The lack of funding will impede the completion of the project on time.
4Try to remove any obstacles that might impede your success in the competition.
5The bad weather conditions will impede the rescue team's efforts to reach the stranded hikers.

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