become obstructive

Frequency: 7.010.5 per million words

Indicates a change to a state of intentionally causing delays or problems.

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Examples (10)

  • The negotiations started smoothly, but then some parties began to become obstructive.
  • If he continues to become obstructive, we will have to find another solution.
  • Initially cooperative, the witness suddenly became obstructive during questioning.
  • We cannot allow a single department to become obstructive to the entire project's progress.
  • After the decision was made, some members felt aggrieved and began to become obstructive.
  • His constant refusal to cooperate made him become obstructive to the team's efforts.
  • The process will inevitably slow down if individuals choose to become obstructive.
  • Despite initial promises, the local council seemed to become obstructive to the new development.
  • She warned that without clear leadership, the group might become obstructive and inefficient.
  • It's frustrating when people become obstructive just for the sake of delaying things.