1. His action without authorization has stymied the whole plan. 他擅自采取的行动已经妨碍了整个计划的实施。
2. The problem is that companies also file patents defensively, to stymie competition. 问题是企业，防御性地抢注专利，这阻碍了竞争。
3. And , Paul , you stymie yourself by trying to imagine what that would be like , or how it would work . 但，保罗，做那类想像（想像那个模样、那个情况），只会困住你自己。
英英解释
n.
1. a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole
2. a thwarting and distressing situation v.
1. hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
