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OBSTRUCTING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Obstructing.

Obstructing - as a verb

Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of

Example: "His brother blocked him at every turn"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
blockblockadeembarrasshinderstymiestymy
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forbidforecloseforestallprecludeprevent
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Shut out from view or get in the way so as to hide from sight

Example: "The thick curtain blocked the action on the stage"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
block

Example Sentences

"The police arrested the man for obstructing justice."
"She placed an obstructing object in front of the door."
"The obstructing tree branch made it difficult to see the road."
"The company faced legal consequences for obstructing the investigation."
"The sign warned of an obstructing construction zone ahead."
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Word Game Points

Is OBSTRUCTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, obstructing is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OBSTRUCTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is OBSTRUCTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, obstructing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is OBSTRUCTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, obstructing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OBSTRUCTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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