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

A senior U.S. defense official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss the Pentagon’s assessment, said the Ukrainians were hindering the Russian effort to push south from Izyum.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 21, 2022

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