Obstruct and Shackle

Obstruct

Obstruct verb - To create difficulty for the work or activity of.
Usage example: this would go much faster if you would stop obstructing me with your constant interruptions

Shackle is a synonym for obstruct in impede topic. In some cases you can use "Shackle" instead a verb "Obstruct".

Shackle

Shackle verb - To create difficulty for the work or activity of.
Usage example: shackled by poverty and ignorance

Obstruct is a synonym for shackle in hamper topic. Sometimes you can use "Obstruct" instead a verb "Shackle".

Nearby Words: shackled, shackling

Common collocations

progress obstruct progress shackle progress
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