What is the meaning of stymie?

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noun

A situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole.
- synonyms: stymy
A thwarting and distressing situation.
- synonyms: stymy

verb

Hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of.
- usage: "His brother blocked him at every turn"
- synonyms: obstruct, blockade, block, hinder, stymy, embarrass

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