Anything that interferes with progress (9)

I believe the answer is:

hindrance

(Other definitions for hindrance that I've seen before include "Something inhibiting action" , "Obstruction" , "Obstacle" , "Nicer hand (anag.)" , "Impediment" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.

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