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as in baffles
to prevent from achieving a goal
a multitude of conflicting opinions frustrated me in my attempt to find a computer that best suits my needs
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as in discourages
to lessen the courage or confidence of
challenge the math student, but don't frustrate him or her with overly difficult problems
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Recent Examples of frustrates
It’s been said that the filibuster empowers the minority and frustrates the majority.
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The Detroit News Editorial Board, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
This inconsistency frustrates drivers and reduces their confidence in public charging networks, further slowing EV adoption.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
Naturally, this frustrates Marshall, not for himself, but for the countless players who lives who dedicate their lives to servicing others in need.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
This is part of a business model that has worked for TCU’s regular-season record, but increasingly frustrates fans who want to see a decent matchup in September.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Sep. 2025
The sharp jump in investor activity is likely due to their financial strength, which can often combat the state’s legendary low affordability that frustrates the common house hunter.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 11 Sep. 2025
Pay opacity frequently frustrates job seekers and may point to inequities within the company.
—Caroline Castrillon, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
This imbalance frustrates Delhi but also underscores why cutting ties is not realistic.
—Spriha Srivastava, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2025
As a riff on the British whodunit, Columbus’ film is simply a cozy, and perhaps an all too simple, affair — nothing more than a jigsaw puzzle that neither challenges nor frustrates, but only passively entertains.
—Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frustrates
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Place baffles at the eaves to maintain a clear path for the airflow from the soffit vents.—
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Given his extensive wilderness experience, Pachak’s disappearance baffles those closest to him.—
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Immigrant advocates say the program encourages racial profiling and discourages people from reporting crimes.—
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With its stable, upright backrest, the seat discourages slouching, but also has enough give for comfortably sitting hour after hour.—
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.—
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But critics say too much state overreach ignores the distinct needs of different communities and thwarts local innovation.—
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Impeding disclosure thwarts the very premise of public markets — that transparency fuels efficiency, competition, innovation, and trust.—
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The Martian atmosphere presents a major obstacle to safely and precisely landing on the surface, and also hinders any attempts to return contents (or people) back to Earth.—
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Therefore, the siloed nature of retail, not a lack of skills or resources, will prove to be the most significant barrier that hinders progress.—
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Let go of whatever impedes your growth.—
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During the meeting, Amy Flottemesch, president of the Cincinnati Food Truck Association, said the curfew impedes food truck owners’ ability to do business, which relies on late-night crowds.—
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However, most apple juices available for purchase have vitamin C added as ascorbic acid, an antioxidant that prevents discoloration and improves the juice's shelf life.—
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The agency said it’s been blocked from sharing information since last year when state lawmakers passed The Rex and Brody Act, which prevents public access to autopsy photos and reports of minors killed through domestic violence.—
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Advertisement Glinda balks at the opportunity to straddle the broom with Elphaba and combine their powers to reach unlimited heights.—
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If your agent balks, find another one who is more amenable to cutting their levy — at least a little.—
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“Frustrates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frustrates. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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