in the way

• Expressão usada para descrever algo ou alguém que bloqueia o caminho, cria um obstáculo ou atrapalha o progresso ou o movimento. Também pode indicar estar fisicamente no caminho de alguém, impedindo a passagem.

A phrase used to describe something or someone that is blocking a path, causing an obstruction, or preventing progress or movement.

1. Obstructing or blockingA2informal

   Positioned so as to block or hinder movement or progress.

   Atrapalhar

   • Please move your bag; it's in the way.
   • The fallen tree was in the way of the traffic.
   • He stood in the way of the door, preventing me from leaving.

2. Causing an obstacle or hindranceB1informal

   Acting as an impediment to a plan, action, or process.

   Obstáculo

   • Her constant questions were in the way of our progress.
   • Don't let your fears get in the way of your dreams.
   • The lack of funding is in the way of the project's completion.