verb to block or hinder (an object, process, or person) by placing obstacles in the way
Obstructing legislation: intentionally delaying or preventing the passage of a bill or law
Obstructing justice: interfering with the due process of law or the administration of justice
Obstructing a player: physically blocking or impeding the progress of an opponent in a game or sport
Obstructing flow: blocking or hindering the movement of fluids, gases, or materials in a system
In a legal thriller novel, the protagonist may face obstacles and obstructions in the form of corrupt officials or powerful adversaries.
In therapy sessions, a psychologist may help clients identify and overcome mental or emotional obstructions that are hindering their progress or well-being.
An engineer may encounter physical obstructions such as debris or structural issues that need to be addressed in order to complete a construction project.
A lawyer may argue that certain evidence should be excluded from a trial because it is an obstruction to justice or does not meet legal standards.