hinder
verb (used with object)
was hindering
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past progressiveof hinder.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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In the comments section under Adeyemi’s Wednesday video, frustrated fans asked the author to be more transparent while others suggested maybe a non-disclosure agreement was hindering her ability to offer any specifics on the incident.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2026
The government on Friday also restricted access to La Guaira, arguing that the massive influx of volunteers was hindering search and rescue efforts.
From Barron's ● Jun. 27, 2026
Its statement said his behavior was hindering the board’s ability to exercise its responsibilities.
From Seattle Times ● Nov. 20, 2023
On Jan. 16, the embassy sent a cable saying that Chinese government officials were engaged in only “limited sharing” of epidemiological data, which was hindering assessments of the risk the virus posed.
From Washington Post ● Dec. 15, 2022
Ten hours ago I was coming out of the hills with a serious problem that was hindering my work.
From David Lannarck, Midget An Adventure Story by Harney, George S.
