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interdiction
/ˌɪn.t̬ɚˈdɪk.ʃən/
Definition
1
The act of prohibiting, forbidding, or preventing something, typically by authority or law.
2
A military operation aimed at intercepting and disrupting enemy supply lines, communications, or movements.
3
The seizure or detention of property, especially contraband or enemy assets.
Examples
The bar's interdiction on flip-flops turned my beach vibe into a full suit-and-tie fiasco.
In a dramatic interdiction, the cat thwarted my attempt to vacuum under the couch, heroically defending dust bunnies.
Customs' interdiction of my 'artisanal' hot sauce stash felt less like security and more like a flavor crime.
The coach's interdiction against energy drinks before games left the team powered by sheer spite and vending machine regret.