stymie
verb (used with object)
to hinder, block, or thwart.
stymieing
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present participleof stymie.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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They were so afraid of running out of money that it was stymieing their ability to enjoy today.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
Another issue stymieing fundraising is the perception among some investors that they haven’t seen the desired liquidity from their Asian investments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
But their robustness means “everybody’s already got their mustang,” she said, stymieing the prospect of mass adoptions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2025
Second, at all levels of government, we must loosen regulations that are stymieing the construction and preservation of affordable homes.
From Slate ● Feb. 17, 2025
The companies also complained that bureaucratic delays are stymieing their operations.
From Reuters ● Jan. 6, 2023
