interfere
verb (used without object)
to come into opposition, as one thing with another, especially with the effect of hampering action or procedure (often followed bywith ).
interfered
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past participleof interfere.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof interfere.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
interfereverb (used without object)to come into opposition, as one thing with another, especially with the effect of hampering action or procedure (often followed bywith ).
Example Sentences
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Researchers led by Lancaster University have revisited a historical account of a train delayed in Exeter, England, when solar activity interfered with the railway's telegraph system.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 21, 2026
A jury in Massachusetts’ Suffolk County Superior Court on Friday said that Sabatini proved that Knouse defamed him, and that she interfered with his work contracts.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
The men behind Gatalog and its sister site, CtrlPew, went to federal court in Orlando, Fla., to try to block that assertion, saying California’s suit interfered with their constitutional rights.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 10, 2026
Players are allowed to request video reviews of specific judgement points if they believe there has been a hindrance - such as whether a ball has bounced twice, or a distraction has interfered with play.
From BBC ● Oct. 5, 2026
“Belinda,” remonstrated Mr. Pocket, from the other end of the table, “how can you be so unreasonable? Jane only interfered for the protection of baby.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
