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Impede (Verb)

Block passage through; "obstruct the path".

Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.

Heavy snowfall will impede the movement of emergency services through the mountain roads tonight.
Falling debris could impede the passage of rescue workers through the building, putting them at greater risk.
Police set up roadblocks to impede the path of the escaped convict's getaway car.
Dense fog began to impede the ship's approach to the harbor, slowing down its progress significantly.
Dried branches and large rocks lying across the riverbed would impede the progress of any vessels attempting to pass through.

Be a hindrance or obstacle to; "She is impeding the progress of our project".

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

The old tree roots are impeding the flow of water in the nearby stream.
Her lack of communication skills is impeding her ability to work with the team effectively.
The protesters are impeding traffic on the main road, causing significant delays.
The narrow hallway is impeding the movement of the large furniture pieces.
Procrastination is impeding his chances of meeting the tight deadline for his thesis.