Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
put a spoke in someone's wheel
idiom
/pʊt ə spoʊk ɪn ˈsʌmˌwʌnz wi:l/
Definition
To obstruct or hinder someone’s plans or efforts.
Examples
- The unexpected rain put a spoke in our wheel for completing the outdoor event.
- His sudden departure put a spoke in her plans to promote the new product.
- When the budget cut was announced, it put a spoke in everyone’s wheel regarding the project timeline.
Meaning
This phrase means to cause a problem for someone, preventing them from achieving their goals or making their progress more difficult.
Synonyms
- hinder
- obstruct
- interfere
- impede
- thwart
