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obstruct in German

obstruct in German is behindern, versperren — obstruct means to block a path or passage so that things can't get through.

obstruct in German

behindern
verb
To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle. See synonyms at block.
versperren
verb
To block or fill (a passage) with obstacles or an obstacle. See synonyms at block.

What does "obstruct" mean?

  1. verb To block a path or passage so that things can't get through.
    "A parked van was obstructing the entrance to the garage."
  2. verb To get in the way of a process or plan, making it harder to proceed.
    "The senator was accused of trying to obstruct the investigation."
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obstruct in a sentence

  • A parked van was obstructing the entrance to the garage.
  • The senator was accused of trying to obstruct the investigation.

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What is "obstruct" in German?

"obstruct" in German is behindern, versperren. obstruct means: To block a path or passage so that things can't get through.

How do you use "obstruct" in a sentence?

Example: "A parked van was obstructing the entrance to the garage." In German, "obstruct" is behindern, versperren.

Are there other ways to say "obstruct" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "obstruct": behindern, versperren.

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