1The company's plans to expand into the Asian market were thwarted by the sudden economic downturn.
2Can stricter regulations thwart the growth of cybercrime?
3Her attempts to start her own business were thwarted by lack of funding and bureaucratic red tape.
4The government's efforts to thwart the spread of the disease were hindered by a shortage of medical supplies.
5The team's strategy to thwart their opponents' attack was to focus on defending their goal.