#1 stymie n. [stymy] a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole. wn
#2 stymie v. [obstruct, blockade, block, hinder, stymy, embarrass] hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn". wn
#3 stymie n. [stymy] a thwarting and distressing situation. wn
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