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to obstruct
01
妨げる（さまたげる）, 阻害する（そがいする）
to prevent something or someone from moving forward or progressing smoothly
Transitive: to obstruct access or movement
Example
The fallen tree obstructed the path, causing a detour for hikers.
The construction materials on the sidewalk obstructed pedestrian movement.
02
妨げる (さまたげる), 阻害する (そがいする)
to deliberately create challenges or difficulties that slow down or prevent the smooth advancement or development of something
Transitive: to obstruct development of something
Example
Ongoing negotiations between the parties threaten to obstruct the peace process.
当事者間の進行中の交渉は、平和プロセスを妨げる恐れがあります。
The upcoming strike has the potential to obstruct regular business operations.
今度のストライキは、通常のビジネス運営を妨げる可能性があります。
03
妨げる (さまたげる), 遮る (さえぎる)
to block or impede the view of something by positioning oneself or another object in the path
Transitive: to obstruct a view
Example
The towering skyscrapers obstructed the view of the sunset from the park.
高層ビルが公園からの夕日を遮った。
The dense fog obstructed visibility, making it difficult for drivers to see the road ahead.
濃い霧が視界を遮り、運転手が前方の道路を見るのを難しくした。
