Example Sentences

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Harry Styles' world tour is set to review its staging following complaints from fans over obstructed views.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

The Department of Homeland Security’s inspector general said the agency has systematically obstructed its work.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

The indictment charges that Lemon then obstructed church members from leaving by posting himself at the door and asking them questions.

From Slate • Feb. 4, 2026

An additional fine of $100,000 was imposed for the "improper conduct" of players and technical staff who invaded the VAR review area and obstructed the work of the Congolese referee.

From Barron's • Jan. 29, 2026

In fact, my opinion may be better than theirs, because as a layman I react to art in a direct, straightforward fashion, without having my view obstructed by a lot of complicated theories.

From "History of Art, Volume 1" by H.W. Janson