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Definition: Obstructive refers to something or someone that causes obstruction or blockage by physically or figuratively blocking a passage, hindering progress, or causing an obstacle. Senses and Usages:

1. Adjective:
   • Physically Blocking: Serving to block or obstruct a passage, path, or airway.
   • Figuratively Hindering Progress: Pertaining to something that hampers or slows down progress or development.
2. Noun:
   • Person or Thing: A person or thing that causes obstruction or blockage.

Sample Sentences:

1. Adjective:
   - The fallen tree created an obstructive barrier on the hiking trail.
   - The obstructive traffic jam delayed our arrival at the airport.
   - His obstructive behavior during the meeting disrupted the flow of discussion.
2. Noun:
   - The construction zone obstructive caused a significant delay in traffic.
   - The new building in the middle of the road became a major obstructive for commuters.
   - The political rivalry between the two leaders acted as an obstructive in passing important legislation.