increase hindrances
[ɪnˈkriːs ˈhɪndrənsɪz]
verb phrase
aumentar obstáculos
1. to make obstacles or impediments greater in number or severity; to add more difficulties or barriers to a process or goal
The new regulations will increase hindrances to business growth.
Os novos regulamentos irão aumentar os obstáculos ao crescimento dos negócios.
2. to exacerbate existing problems or challenges by introducing additional complications
Poor communication only serves to increase hindrances in project completion.
A comunicação deficiente apenas serve para aumentar os obstáculos na conclusão do projeto.
This phrase is commonly used in business, academic, and professional contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking countries to discuss organizational challenges, policy impacts, and project management issues. In Brazil, it's frequently employed in discussions about bureaucratic complexity and regulatory challenges.
NYC Slang
throw more wrenches in the works
Related Idioms & Phrases
put a spanner in the works
throw a wrench in the gears
stack the deck against someone
add insult to injury
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