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Having been blocked
“Laparotomy confirmed an obstructed diaphragmatic hernia with perforation of the transverse colon into the left hemithorax cavity.”
Not successful or having been foiled
Unable to progress due to constraints
Experiencing difficulty or delay in regular bowel movements
Closed at one end, or having a dead end
Constructed so as to prevent the passage of water, air, etc.
Past tense for to block or clog up a space or opening
“When you obstruct the flow of water by pressing the mouth of a rubber hose with your finger, the water spurts out at a higher velocity.”
Past tense for to block or halt the movement or passage of
“The High Court has ruled many times that no rally or party shall obstruct the easy movement of the public and vehicles.”
Past tense for to impede the work or ability of, especially intending to cause failure
“To obstruct that freedom is to obstruct his ability to perform the work properly, and at a lower cost to the Government.”
Past tense for to cause to fail
“Many people and corporations over the years had attempted to obstruct his attempts at growing his ever-rising empire to new heights.”
Past tense for to thwart or act against
Past tense for to physically make unclear or less visible
Past tense for to jam, become congested, or form a tailback
Past tense for to burden, load or encumber with
Past tense for to become filled or blocked with silt
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