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to obstruct
01
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.
In a safety measure, they had to obstruct the staircase during maintenance work.
To ensure safety, they placed barriers to obstruct access to the construction site.
02
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
The outdated software obstructed the efficiency of the company 's operations until the upgrade.
A series of unfortunate events last year obstructed the team 's chances of winning the championship.
If not resolved soon, the personnel issues may obstruct the team 's productivity.
03
to block or impede the view of something by positioning oneself or another object in the path
Transitive: to obstruct a view
Example
The large billboard obstructed the view of the mountains from the highway.
The overgrown bushes obstructed the view of the garden from the kitchen window.
The tall trees obstructed the view of the lake from the hiking trail.
Example
The fallen tree obstructed the path, causing a detour for hikers.
In a safety measure, they had to obstruct the staircase during maintenance work.
To ensure safety, they placed barriers to obstruct access to the construction site.
The construction materials on the sidewalk obstructed pedestrian movement.
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