Advanced English (2) • VERBS • 'T'

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thwart efforts
collocation with thwart verb [T ] C2 • synonyms: obstruct, hinder, derail • thwart efforts to reform/help/change; thwart humanitarian/diplomatic/peace efforts; thwart someone’s efforts deliberately/systematically • freq in AmE: 4/10
The opposition party thwarted government efforts to pass the bill.
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udaremniać wysiłki, niweczyć starania
to prevent or obstruct someone’s attempts to achieve a goal — often through resistance, interference, or unforeseen obstacles
Partia opozycyjna udaremniła starania rządu o przeforsowanie ustawy.
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