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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stymying

/ˈstɪmaɪɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does stymying mean?

verb

to hinder or obstruct the progress or action of someone or something, often by presenting an obstacle or difficulty.

Example

"The bureaucratic red tape was stymying the company's efforts to launch a new product."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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