Phrase guide

in someone's way

prep_phrase · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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prep_phrase

Meaning 1

Obstructing, blocking, or impeding the movement or line of sight of someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • I couldn't get to the door because there were too many people in my way.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: in the way

Antonyms: none provided

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prep_phrase

Meaning 2

Of interest or relevance to someone.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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adverb

Meaning 3

forming a hindrance, impediment, or obstruction

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • she might have succeeded in her ambition, had not circumstances been in her way

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: in the way

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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