stymie
1 of 1verb/ˈstaɪ.mi/
Forms:stymies,stymying,stymied,stymied
1
to prevent the occurrence or achievement of something
- The unexpected technical issues stymied the team's efforts to launch the product on time.
- Her lack of experience in the field could stymie her chances of getting the job.
- The legal obstacles stymied the company's plans to expand into new markets.
- The weather conditions stymied their plans for an outdoor event.
- The shortage of skilled workers could stymie the industry's growth potential.