hinder
verb (used with object)
were 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 recent years, California, Massachusetts and Oregon have taken more control of local zoning rules that they said were hindering construction of badly needed housing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 15, 2026
Vance claimed these leaders were hindering ICE efforts.
From Barron's ● Jan. 22, 2026
Strong winds and dry conditions were hindering the firefight from the air.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2025
It said that since the semiconductor industry is highly globalized, the restrictions on chips used for artificial intelligence and other advanced applications were hindering normal trade and economic activities.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 18, 2023
Then I only thought of getting them out of the way, as they were hindering my onward gallop.
From The War Trail The Hunt of the Wild Horse by Reid, Mayne
