hindrance
noun
an impeding, stopping, preventing, or the like.
hindrances
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pluralof hindrance.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Those hindrances remain, regardless of a new deal, said Christian Keldsen, managing director at the Greenland Business Association.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 20, 2026
Hegseth repeatedly has expressed disdain for guardrails he describes as hindrances to combat forces.
From Salon ● Jul. 7, 2026
It’s not just the physical hindrances that restrict commercial shipping activity.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 21, 2026
A lack of pricing power and commodity volatility will continue to be hindrances for many of these stocks.
From Barron's ● Dec. 24, 2025
I try to work around any unpleasant hindrances and give full attention to the talk I am involved in.
From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson
