obstruction
noun
something that obstructs, blocks, or closes up with an obstacle or obstacles; obstacle or hindrance.
obstructions
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pluralof obstruction.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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A number of the victims were found near a fire exit and authorities believe there may have been obstructions blocking it, he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 12, 2026
These obstructions don’t pop up specifically because we’re straight or gay or queer or open or pansexual or asexual or ethically nonmonogamous, but because we’re human.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
The company said it is now working to reduce unnecessary obstructions.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Ships departing Canada’s west coast can reach Asia’s east coast, without obstructions, in less time.
From Barron's ● Mar. 24, 2026
There seemed to be no obstructions and there was room for the head of a swimming animal between the surface of the water and the apex of the arch.
From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams
