Saturday, July 16, 2011

Hinder

Hinder= cause to prevent or slow down or stop the progress, development, growth, or accomplishment of something: ‘Higher interest rates could hinder economic growth.’ ‘Heavy rains hindered the expedition’s progress.’

Prevent (or stop) sb from doing sth = make it impossible for someone to do something: ‘He removed the ignition key to prevent them from leaving.’

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