Answer: retards

AnswerCrossword Clue
RETARDS

Slows

RETARDS

Slows down

RETARDS

Changes from allegro to moderato, say

RETARDS
Halts, as growth
RETARDS
Impedes
RETARDSHinders.
RETARDSSlows.
RETARDSHolds back.
RETARDSImpedes.
RETARDSHinders
RETARDSHolds back
RETARDSChecks
RETARDSEncumbers