The ship's disabled and worn-out condition severely hampered efforts to get clear of the bay.

But the unstable political and social condition of the country hampered the development.

Or if shrubs are not planted where they get full sun, shaded conditions may hamper flower bud formation.

This condition did not hamper his music and by fifteen he had turned professional.

The poor physical condition of cattle hampered agriculture.

Many conditions, like the common cold, smoking and certain drugs can also hamper smell, he noted.

Once again the wet conditions severely hampered what many people expected to be a classic game.

A chronic back condition and other assorted injuries have hampered his game.

The conditions at sea have hampered the recovery operation.

The very poor mechanical condition of these ships hampered the enterprise.