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get in the way

 

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Term: Get in the Way

Description:

The phrase "get in the way" usually refers to an act of obstructing, impeding or hindering something or someone from achieving a desired outcome or progress. It can be used to express situations where an obstacle, interruption, or interference hampers the smooth functioning of a process or activity.

Sample sentences:

Sense 1:

Verb phrase - present tense: When unexpected traffic jams get in the way of your daily commute, it can be quite frustrating.

Verb phrase - past tense: The heavy rainstorm yesterday got in the way of our plans for a picnic at the park.

Sense 2:

Verb phrase - present tense: Don't let fear and doubt get in the way of pursuing your dreams.

Verb phrase - past tense: His lack of confidence got in the way and prevented him from seizing the opportunity.

Sense 3:

Noun phrase: Jane's constant interruptions during the meeting created unnecessary obstacles that got in the way of progress.

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