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Recent Examples of blockage
Slow draining water means a blockage is forming and could lead to a full backup.
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Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
This test would identify any blockage of the heart vessels and can aid cardiologists in identifying problematic vessels that may need intervention, such as a placement of a stent to restore blood flow in the case of a significant blockage.
—Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Shade cloth comes in a variety of strengths, often ranging from 30 to 50 percent sun blockage or more.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 30 May 2026
There, veterinarians discovered that the turtle had aspirated (breathed in) large amounts of seawater and sand, resulting in a significant blockage in his airways.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 2 June 2026
This test would identify any blockage of the heart vessels and can aid cardiologists in identifying problematic vessels that may need intervention, such as a placement of a stent to restore blood flow in the case of a significant blockage.
—Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Shade cloth comes in a variety of strengths, often ranging from 30 to 50 percent sun blockage or more.
—Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 30 May 2026
There, veterinarians discovered that the turtle had aspirated (breathed in) large amounts of seawater and sand, resulting in a significant blockage in his airways.
—Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blockage
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The technology is also lowering barriers for new entrants.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
11 June 2026
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Assistant coach Kim Weiss, who broke barriers this season, is expected to be named head coach of the Las Vegas expansion franchise in the PWHL.—
Corey Masisak,
Denver Post,
11 June 2026
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Washington has imposed its own blockade of Iranian ports.—
Parisa Hafezi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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One theory is that a surprisingly large amount of crude is escaping the double blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, helping the global energy system absorb the historic shock.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
9 June 2026
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He's charged with criminal mischief, assault and criminal obstruction of breathing.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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Comey was indicted by a federal grand jury in Virginia on charges of making a false statement and obstruction in connection with nearly 5-year-old testimony to the Senate.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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His latest challenge, however, isn't a stone wall left tackle or a double team.—
Austin Perry OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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In a photo shared to Instagram Stories on Monday, April 14, the star, 58, sits on a stone wall overlooking crystal blue water with the Sydney Opera House behind her.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
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Mass firings, communication freezes, political interference in the CDC’s scientific mission and a revolving door of leaders have created a challenging work environment for the CDC’s employees.—
Candice Johnson,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
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Blocking a merger based on potential interference to newsroom decision-making, the studio warns, could allow courts to start regulating editorial outcomes in violation of the First Amendment.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2026
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The winner in November will lead the country's most populous state, facing a large deficit and other obstacles, including the state's high cost of living, homelessness and wildfire risk.—
Marisa Lagos,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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Despite the ongoing ups and downs of the housing market, including economic cycles and affordability obstacles including post-pandemic high interest rates, low inventory, and soaring prices, women – particularly Millennials – have continued to show resiliency.—
Kathy Collins,
Fortune,
6 June 2026
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And that means freedom from certain impediments.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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The horizontal bar chart shows different circumstances, like high cost of living and expensive housing, that Americans identify as impediments to achieving the American dream.—
Sarah Jackson,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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The little people are being menaced by a dark force—a force with power, money, and very few moral inhibitions.—
Hanna Rosin,
The Atlantic,
4 June 2026
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Shrug off inhibitions and break the ice as the moon and Uranus harmonize.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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“Blockage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blockage. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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