obstruction

simple noun9 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.3
physical obstruction6.5

a real object that is blocking the way

bureaucratic obstruction5.5

delay caused by complicated rules and procedures

unlawful obstruction4.0

the crime of preventing someone from carrying out their legal duties

wilful obstruction3.8

the crime of deliberately preventing someone from carrying out their legal duties

obstruction of justice6.8

the crime of trying to interfere with the legal process

remove an obstruction7.8

to take away something that is blocking the way

clear an obstruction7.5

to remove a blockage so that something can pass

cause obstruction7.0

to create a blockage or hindrance

create obstruction6.8

to bring an obstruction into existence