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Term: thwarted

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Feeling frustrated or disappointed due to something being prevented or hindered from happening.

Sample Sentence: Despite their diligent efforts, the team felt thwarted by their opponent's strong defense.

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To prevent or hinder something from happening or being achieved.

Sample Sentence: The detectives worked tirelessly to thwart the criminal's plans.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: A person or thing that prevents or obstructs something from happening or being achieved.

Sample Sentence: The lack of funding acted as a thwarted to their ambitious project.

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sense: In a manner that prevents or obstructs something from happening.

Sample Sentence: The warning signs were posted prominently, thus thwarting any attempts to trespass.

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