BLOCKAGE Synonyms: 78 Similar and Opposite Words

blockage

noun

Definition of blockage

as in barrier

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Recent Examples of blockage Though not fatal, in addition to the physical symptoms, the condition can also lead to difficulty walking, vein disease, secondary lymphedema (a blockage in the lymphatic pathway) as well as feet, joint and knee issues. — Sara Moniuszko, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026 Hopes for an imminent US-Iran deal to end the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz added to optimism that oil and gas, along with other key products, would again start flowing freely after more than five months of war. — Leonie Kidd, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026 Prioritizing light blockage and easy installation, the no-drill setup was a key attraction. — Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Not Paying Attention to a Slow-Moving Shower Drain Don’t make the common mistake of ignoring a slow-moving shower drain and waiting until a full blockage occurs. — Maria Sabella, The Spruce, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for blockage

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Noun

The two sides were also in touch on monitoring a barrier lake that risks flooding and imperiling rescue workers.

— Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The lab behind the glass barrier is a laboratory automation installation, built around a conveyor system.

— Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of barrier

Noun

Iran has endured decades of harsh sanctions and has recently faced a full US Navy blockade of its ports that has dried up oil exports.

— Yash Roy, Fortune, 30 Aug. 2026
President Masoud Pezeshkian has acknowledged that the blockade has restricted the country’s ability to import essential goods, including fuel.

— Hamidreza Azizi, Time, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of blockade

Noun

In December 2019, the House impeached Trump on charges of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress stemming from his efforts to pressure Ukraine to investigate then-former Vice President Joe Biden while withholding military aid.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 24 Aug. 2026
Her boyfriend, 18-year-old Royce Moser, has been charged with homicide and counts related to tampering with evidence, abuse of a corpse, obstruction and conspiracy.

— Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of obstruction

Noun

Separated by a stone wall, the family dining area is a more casual space.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026
Their names—Judge, Hercules Posey, Christopher Sheels, Austin, Richmond, Giles, Moll, Paris, and Joe—are still carved into a stone wall in huge letters.

— John Garrison Marks, The Atlantic, 25 July 2026

Definition of stone wall

Noun

For many in Canada, the dispute raises concerns about American interference with Canada’s national identity.

— Lex Harvey, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2026
Jayden Allen Harwood, according to Uthmeier's office, was arrested on charges of interference in a child custody case and resisting officers without violence.

— Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of interference

Noun

Bond yields Persistent inflation, tariffs and whipsawing gas prices are not the only obstacles complicating the task for the Fed.

— Brian Cheung, NBC news, 28 Aug. 2026
The emotional incompatibility of self-care Applebaum said that even those who can overcome the practical obstacles often still struggle to take care of themselves.

— Elissa Strauss, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of obstacle

Noun

The United States removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism on Monday, lifting what Damascus says was the last major impediment to investing in the country as Washington deepens ties to the new Syrian government.

— Reuters, NBC news, 24 Aug. 2026
Heat generated during data processing is an impediment to the processing power and scalability of the device.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of impediment

Noun

As art and its creators have shed their inhibitions in this post-Sadean world, politicians and cultural commentators have reliably lined up to condemn this total freedom of expression as being dangerous to society.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026
Put inhibitions aside to experience the latest episode of Doc Talk, hosted by John Ridley (12 Years a Slave, Shirley), and Matt Carey, Deadline’s senior documentary editor.

— Matthew Carey, Deadline, 30 June 2026

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