The use of multiple middle names has been somewhat impeded recently by the increased use of computer databases that occasionally allow for only a single middle name or more commonly a middle initial in storing personal records, effectively preventing people with multiple middle names from being listed in such databases under their full name.

First of all my physical world constrains me in so far as every other car will be travelling on the left-hand side and my progress might be somewhat impeded if I chose otherwise; secondly, it is a rule that is being followed by every driver.

Its development was impeded somewhat as it crossed Mindanao and Negros island, though the circulation consolidated while convective banding features increased.

The second attack was made with ray shielded machines only, and little damage was done to either side, though the enemy were somewhat impeded by masses of ice hurled into their position.

It is the very generality of this doctrine which has somewhat impeded the applications of which it is susceptible.

Although somewhat impeded by recent stroke, Ms. Whiting infuses ballads like "Blame It on My Youth" and "She's Funny That Way" with a quiet dignity and intelligence, and she offers some amusing doozies from her storehouse of show business lore.

He was somewhat impeded in this attempt by the threewomen in the room, two of whom were blethering and pulling at his gun, getting in his way.

Recharge may be impeded somewhat by human activities including paving, development, or logging.

The bedrooms have a full or side view of the lake, although in some cases this may be somewhat impeded by the trees.