Vocabulary
Obstruct
English and Urdu gloss, synonyms and antonyms, and example usage from our editorial sentence cache where available.
English meaning
block (an opening, path, road, etc.); be or get in the way of.
Urdu meaning
رکاوٹ، آڑے آنا
Example sentences (from Dawn)
Sentences are selected from stored editorial text where your search word appears. If none appear yet, run the admin sentence generator for fuller coverage.
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These flaws obstruct advancements in creativity and critical thinking.
Dawn Editorials —
Education paradox
— 2026-04-04
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Social fragmentation may obstruct implementation.Low institutional trust also reduces implementation space.
Dawn Editorials —
Bridging the gaps
— 2026-02-26
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Officials have warned that any attempt to obstruct Pakistan`s lawful water share would amount to an act of war.That may seem a strong phrase, but it is one rooted in reality.
Dawn Editorials —
Rivers held hostage
— 2026-01-06
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7 9 HE paradox for Pakistan`s prosecutors is that they have the power to obstruct, but not enough to resolve.
Dawn Editorials —
Pending justice
— 2025-11-24
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Even the World Bank`s interim hosting role has drawn criticism for reinforcing cumbersome procedures and adding layers of conditionality that obstruct direct access and transparency.
Dawn Editorials —
Paper promises
— 2025-11-07
Synonyms
block, block up, clog, clog up, get/stand in the way of, cut off, shut off, jam, bung up
Curator example
“she was obstructing the entrance”
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