Impede

To hinder or block the progress of something, like when a heavy backpack makes it hard to run quickly.

Examples

• If we don’t finish our science project on time, it could impede our chances of getting a good grade, so we need to work together to stay focused and organized.
• During the soccer match, the rainy weather began to impede our ability to pass the ball effectively, making it difficult for both teams to score goals as the field became muddy.
• When our teacher explained that distractions from our phones could impede our learning, we realized it was important to put them away during class to focus on the lesson.

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