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stymied

/ˈstɪmaɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does stymied mean?

verb

To hinder or thwart someone's plans or progress; to be unable to make progress or achieve something.

Example

"The bureaucratic red tape stymied the company's efforts to launch the new product on time."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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