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1. (v.t.) stymie
to hinder, block, or thwart.
2. (n.) stymie
Golf. (on a putting green) an instance of a ball's lying on a direct line between the cup and the ball of an opponent about to putt.
3. stymie
a situation or problem presenting such difficulties as to discourage or defeat attempts to deal with or resolve it.
Etymology: (1855–60; orig. uncert.)
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1. (noun) stymie, stymy
a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole
2. (verb) stymie, stymy
a thwarting and distressing situation
3. (verb) obstruct, blockade, block, hinder, stymie, stymy, embarrass
hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
"His brother blocked him at every turn"
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