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to interfere with
01
to stop something from continuing, happening, or succeeding as it was supposed to
Examples
The storm 's arrival might interfere with our outdoor picnic plans.
Please turn off your phone during the meeting to avoid interfering with our discussion.
02
to use illegal methods, like threats or bribes, to influence a person who is supposed to provide evidence in a legal case
Examples
The criminal was charged with interfering with a witness to prevent them from testifying in the trial.
The defendant attempted to interfere with the key witness by offering a bribe.
03
to engage in inappropriate and illegal sexual conduct with a child
Dialect
British
BritishExamples
It is illegal and morally wrong to interfere with a child in any way.
The teacher was reported for interfering with a student.
04
to touch or change something in a way that damages it or makes it not work properly
Examples
He accidentally interfered with the computer's settings, causing it to malfunction.
The children were warned not to interfere with the delicate laboratory equipment.
