in someone's way
The phrase "in someone's way" can describe both physical and metaphorical obstacles that hinder progress or movement.
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Definition
B1General
(literal, common)Physically blocking someone's path or movement.
Example
- Please move those boxes; they're in the way.
- The fallen tree was in the way, blocking the road.
B2General
(figurative, common)Hindering someone's plans, goals, or progress.
Example
- Nothing will stand in her way of becoming a doctor.
- His negative attitude was always in the way of team success.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "in someone's way":
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