as in prohibiting
the act of ordering that something not be done or used
most of the restaurant's customers applauded the barring of the use of cell phones in the dining room
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as in except
not including
we'll be there, barring rain or some other unexpected problem
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as in forbidding
to order not to do or use or to be done or used
corporal punishment has long been barred in most public schools
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as in excluding
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of
beach-goers are barred from walking in roped-off sections of the beach to protect nesting birds
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as in guarding
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point
the bikeway was barred by a huge fallen tree
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Recent Examples of barring
Charles Trepany, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Nov. 2025
Carolina, in theory, should be able to run on the Saints — with both Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard — and barring big plays should be able to handle business on defense.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 Nov. 2025
As a result, Morgan Stanley doesn’t expect the earnings report to be a major upside catalyst, barring a major upside surprise on AI orders.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 9 Nov. 2025
According to Toronto Life, Hann and Bich were strict, pressuring their kids academically and barring Jennifer from dating until after high school.
—Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
The $7,200 in CPPS funds will pay for all items firefighters placed on their wish list, barring unanticipated price increases, according to Rotary Club of La Jolla member Cindy Goodman.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
In an email included with the petition, Stuart does point to a California law barring the filing of frivolous requests for sanctions against opposing attorneys.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Now, barring an unexpected miracle, the Hurricanes’ chances of making the field is in the hands of the playoff selection committee.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Either way, come January — barring a dramatic turnaround — there will be a lot of current employees on edge.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Noun
Gen Z is 'monkey barring' — not cheating.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
The law requires districts to enact policies barring students from having their phones out anytime during the school day, including at lunch and during passing periods between classes.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Nov. 2025
Carolina, in theory, should be able to run on the Saints — with both Rico Dowdle and Chuba Hubbard — and barring big plays should be able to handle business on defense.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 Nov. 2025
As a result, Morgan Stanley doesn’t expect the earnings report to be a major upside catalyst, barring a major upside surprise on AI orders.
—Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 9 Nov. 2025
According to Toronto Life, Hann and Bich were strict, pressuring their kids academically and barring Jennifer from dating until after high school.
—Emily Krauser, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
The $7,200 in CPPS funds will pay for all items firefighters placed on their wish list, barring unanticipated price increases, according to Rotary Club of La Jolla member Cindy Goodman.
—Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Nov. 2025
In an email included with the petition, Stuart does point to a California law barring the filing of frivolous requests for sanctions against opposing attorneys.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Now, barring an unexpected miracle, the Hurricanes’ chances of making the field is in the hands of the playoff selection committee.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2025
Either way, come January — barring a dramatic turnaround — there will be a lot of current employees on edge.
—Michael Silver, New York Times, 3 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for barring
Preposition
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At Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort, face masks are required in public areas, except when dining or swimming, capacity of public areas will be limited, and housekeeping and public area attendants will increase their cleaning procedures.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2020
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The city advised all residents to stay inside except those going to and from work and anyone seeking or giving emergency care, according to Mayor Eric Garcetti's official Twitter account.—
NBC News,
NBC News,
1 June 2020
Verb
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Work in the area began last November and was completed in June on the paving of curb ramps and striping along San Andres Drive and the driveway by the intersection of Flower Hill Promenade.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The Kansas City Council has approved a code change prohibiting right turns on red near schools during hours when children could be present.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
7 Nov. 2025
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Earlier this year, Southwest Airlines implemented new restrictions on lithium batteries prohibiting them from being used while inside bags.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Admission is $25 for adults and $20 for children and students, excluding extra fees.—
Jenny Porter Tilley,
IndyStar,
7 Nov. 2025
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The president of the pageant, Raúl Rocha, announced a series of sanctions, including restricting and almost completely excluding Itsaragrisil from the events of the 74th pageant.—
Paula Soria,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The podcast allows Kylie to walk the line between sharing details about her family and guarding her privacy.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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The job of guarding the opposition’s top offensive threat usually goes to Nelson.—
Glae Thien,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The district, which represents one of the fastest-growing communities in Kansas, has in recent years been roiled by controversies over mask mandates, purported book banning, the treatment of transgender students and use of a Kansans for Life video in classrooms.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
21 Oct. 2025
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Police in London urged organizers to cancel a protest against the banning of the group Palestine Action due to take place on Saturday.—
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Preposition
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.—
Kevin Grasha,
Cincinnati.com,
2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.—
Niharika Sharma,
Quartz India,
31 May 2020
Verb
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Just be sure to look for liners topped with rust-resistant metal grommets, as a trail of rust streaking your liner can be very unsightly.—
Shivani Vyas,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Nov. 2025
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Mateychuk was streaking through the slot when Monahan found him from behind the net.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Barring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barring. Accessed 20 Nov. 2025.
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