in the way

• 用于描述某人或某物阻挡道路、造成障碍，或妨碍进展与移动。也可表示妨碍某人或不合时宜。

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.

   挡道

   • 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.

   妨碍

   • 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.