They are removing trees and other obstructions from the path.
cases of intestinal obstruction in children
She died from an obstruction of the airway.
He is on trial for the obstruction of a criminal investigation.
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Dozens of participants were later charged with misdemeanor offenses related to unlawful assembly and obstruction, with many ultimately placed into diversion programs requiring community service.—👁 Image Cierra Morgan, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026 The bill now requires the NYPD to form a plan for how to address and limit obstruction, intimidation and physical injury.—👁 Image Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026 Police charged Quintanilla with first-degree burglary, second-degree criminal damage to property, and obstruction of a law enforcement officer.—👁 Image Dan Raby, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026 The ongoing situation of nasal obstruction creates difficulties that impact both sleep and concentration and result in reduced quality of life.—👁 Image Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for obstruction
