obstruct
verb (used with object)
to block or close up with an obstacle; make difficult to pass.
had obstructed
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past perfectof obstruct.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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In February 2024, Fain and allies on the union’s board removed powers from Mock based on “spurious allegations” that she had obstructed union business, Barofsky said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
It was not immediately clear what food item had obstructed Mrs Ernst's airway, but colleagues praised Mr Paul, an eye doctor, for his quick action.
From BBC ● Nov. 30, 2023
They said subway officials had obstructed the search for missing relatives.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 27, 2021
The first call took place in June 2017 after The Post reported that Mueller was investigating whether Trump had obstructed justice as part of the Russia probe.
From Washington Post ● Apr. 25, 2019
I listened for dis- tant rumblings which might announce an approaching storm, but although the vapors had obstructed the sun's rays, they no longer presented the appearance of being charged with electricity.
From The Survivors of the Chancellor by Verne, Jules
