1. “Ob”
up against
in the way

2. “Ob” The door is up against the wall.
The door is in the way of the opening.

3. “Ob”
Assimilate: Change a letter to spell correctly Drop the “b” Double the first letter

4. “obstruct”
Definition: To block or close up To block from sight To oppose progress
Examples: The wall obstructs my view of outside. The table obstructs our trip down the hall.

5. “offend”
Definition: To irritate, anger, annoy To hurt or cause pain to To cause displeasure
Example: That comment offended me.

6. “obstacle” Definition: Something that hinders progress
Example: Not having a computer is an obstacle I must overcome before I can my teacher.

7. “opposite” Definition: Across from A person or thing that is contrary
Example: The boy walked to the opposite side of the bridge.

8. “offer” Definition: To make a proposal, promise
Example: The child offered a treat to the dog if it would sit.

9. “observe” Definition: To see, watch, or notice
Example: I observed the kids playing outside.

10. “object” Definition: To offer an argument in opposition
Example: The students objected to eliminating recess.

11. “occur” Definition: To happen or take place
Example: The meeting never did occur.

12. “occupy” Definition: To possession of To dwell or reside in
Example: The dog occupies the couch.

13. “obnoxious” Definition: Annoying or offensive
Example: The smell in the locker room is obnoxious.