OBSTRUCTIONS Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

obstructions

noun

plural of obstruction

as in obstacles

something that makes movement or progress difficult an obstruction in the drain has the water all backed up

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Recent Examples of obstructions Even if a large storm has disrupted power lines or internet access, a high-quality walkie-talkie should transmit your communications, as long as there are no severe obstructions or blockage. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 26 Aug. 2026 The bar also removed landscaping rocks and other potential obstructions to help water drain away from the property. — Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 15 Aug. 2026 The tip of a needle can also be helpful for clearing obstructions in the filter. — Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 July 2026 Look toward the eastern horizon from a location with as few buildings, trees or other obstructions as possible. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 July 2026 Cameras mounted on city vehicles and Chicago Transit Authority buses capture the obstructions, and tickets are issued by the city’s Department of Finance. — A.d. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2026 Make sure both your indoor and outdoor vents are cleared of obstructions such as furniture or debris to make your AC work as efficiently as possible. — Molly Burford, Southern Living, 14 July 2026 In her letter, McMahon singled out teachers unions as obstructions to legislative reforms to protect children. — Tracy Jan, ProPublica, 14 July 2026 Following significant rainfall events, Public Works evaluates reported flooding locations and responds to maintenance issues, such as debris or drainage obstructions, where appropriate. — Casey Mann, Arkansas Online, 8 July 2026

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Bond yields Persistent inflation, tariffs and whipsawing gas prices are not the only obstacles complicating the task for the Fed.

— Brian Cheung, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2026
Harley has some internal and external obstacles to make that happen.

— Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of obstacles

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Long-standing problems and new barriers are combining to make a career in dietetics less appealing and less financially feasible, just as the nation is increasing its appetite for nutrition in health care.

— Lauren Chan, STAT, 1 Sep. 2026
Both mainly reduced trade barriers and committed all three governments to avoid policies that inhibited commercial flows with one another.

— Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026

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