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hamper
noun
verb
A basket usually with a cover
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noun
A basket usually with a cover
noun
A restraint that confines or restricts freedom (especially something used to tie down or restrain a prisoner)
verb
Prevent the progress or free movement of
“He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather”
verb
Put at a disadvantage
“The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements”
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He was hampered in his efforts by the bad weather
The imperialist nation wanted to strangle the free trade between the two small countries
The brace I have to wear is hindering my movements
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