hindering (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˈhɪndərɪŋ/
Definition
Making something slow or difficult; preventing progress.
Examples
Constant interruptions from his phone were hindering his ability to concentrate on the task.
Bureaucratic red tape can be a major factor hindering economic growth.
Her lack of confidence was hindering her from applying for the promotion.
How to Use hindering
- hinder progress (collocation)
- To slow down or prevent advancement or development. — "The bad weather was hindering progress on the construction site."
- hinder development (collocation)
- To impede the growth or advancement of something. — "Political instability is hindering economic development in the region."
- hinder ability (collocation)
- To make it difficult for someone to do something. — "His fear of heights was hindering his ability to climb the ladder."
- hinder someone from doing something (prepositional phrase)
- To prevent a person from performing an action. — "The lack of sleep was hindering her from focusing in class."
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