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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

thwart

/θwɔːrt/ verb · British & US
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What does thwart mean?

verb

To prevent or stop something from happening or being done; to hinder or obstruct. To turn or shift suddenly, often in a way that is unexpected or uncontrolled.

Example

"The police tried to thwart the robbery by blocking the getaway car."

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

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