はば阻habaむmu
1.
To intervene in a person's progress or actions, making it difficult or impossible for them to proceed as intended.
2.
To create obstacles or barriers that prevent something from occurring or advancing, thereby stopping a planned action or development.
3.
To diminish someone's motivation or spirit, causing them to hesitate or refrain from taking action.
Example:
彼らは大きな川に前進を阻まれた。