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thwarting

/θwɔːtɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does thwarting mean?

verb

To prevent or hinder (something) from happening or being done. To thwart someone's plans or intentions.

Example

"The police were thwarting the robbers' escape by blocking all exits."

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