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as in filled
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
block up the opening in the wall where a window once was
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as in jammed
to prevent passage through by filling with something
one of the patient's arteries was so blocked with fatty deposits that blood flow had been reduced to a trickle
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as in intercepted
to stop, seize, or interrupt while in progress or on course
a thug suddenly stepped out of a doorway and blocked his escape down the alley
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Recent Examples of blocked
Egina Garcia Cano, Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
The letter states that Google’s generative artificial intelligence is used by CBP and that the Google Play Store has blocked ICE tracking apps.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Two temporary rulings had been issued in January, when the states sued, that blocked the federal governmentfrom holding back the funding, with the latest set to expire on Friday.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Malick Jallow, a 6-11 player from England, had seven points, four rebounds and blocked four shots for Pacific Ridge.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
That tranquility was shattered when deputies with the Sheriff's Department had journalists leave the area and blocked off streets with deputies and traffic cones.
—Sarah Lapidus, AZCentral.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Taylor, who blocked a field goal attempt late in the fourth quarter of the Patriots’ AFC Championship Game win over the Broncos, will play behind Milton Williams, Christian Barmore, Khyiris Tonga and Cory Durden.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
As fallen trees blocked their path, the water continued to rise beneath the ice.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Two temporary rulings had been issued in January that blocked the federal government from holding back the funding, with the latest set to expire on Friday.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, authorities have yet to restore full access to the social media platform X, which Maduro blocked after its billionaire owner, Elon Musk, accused him of stealing the 2024 vote.
—Egina Garcia Cano, Arkansas Online, 8 Feb. 2026
The letter states that Google’s generative artificial intelligence is used by CBP and that the Google Play Store has blocked ICE tracking apps.
—Laya Neelakandan, CNBC, 7 Feb. 2026
Two temporary rulings had been issued in January, when the states sued, that blocked the federal governmentfrom holding back the funding, with the latest set to expire on Friday.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
Malick Jallow, a 6-11 player from England, had seven points, four rebounds and blocked four shots for Pacific Ridge.
—John Maffei, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
That tranquility was shattered when deputies with the Sheriff's Department had journalists leave the area and blocked off streets with deputies and traffic cones.
—Sarah Lapidus, AZCentral.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Taylor, who blocked a field goal attempt late in the fourth quarter of the Patriots’ AFC Championship Game win over the Broncos, will play behind Milton Williams, Christian Barmore, Khyiris Tonga and Cory Durden.
—Doug Kyed, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
As fallen trees blocked their path, the water continued to rise beneath the ice.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 7 Feb. 2026
Two temporary rulings had been issued in January that blocked the federal government from holding back the funding, with the latest set to expire on Friday.
—Geoff Mulvihill, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocked
Adjective
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StubHub should have disclosed the obstructed view upfront.—
Christopher Elliott,
Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2026
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Depending on your vantage point, the band was often semi-obstructed or blocked from view.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
6 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The northern town is filled with cool air, pine trees and skiing.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The image that usually beckons of a vintage store is one that is fusty, cramped and dimly lit, filled with garments organized without design or backstory.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Nixon-Clark likely fired one round that was collected from a stairwell inside the house before the gun jammed, according to prosecutors.—
Emerson Clarridge
Updated February 6,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 Feb. 2026
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Less than a minute later, Beauvillier jammed the puck past Islanders goalie David Rittich to the short side.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 Feb. 2026
Verb
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On first and goal from the Patriots’ one-yard line with 26 seconds remaining, Wilson’s pass for Ricardo Lockette was intercepted by Patriots rookie Malcolm Butler to seal the win for New England.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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That's when Patriots rookie Malcolm Butler intercepted a short pass near the goal line, snatching the victory from Seattle.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
8 Feb. 2026
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The two whip up a lavish dip packed with cheese, greens and pickles, which add tang to cut through the indulgent creaminess.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Downtown San Jose Valley Transportation Authority light rail trains headed to Levi’s Stadium from downtown San Jose are already packed, despite running three-car trains every 10 to 20 minutes.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Doncic turned to run back up the court and grabbed the back of his left leg.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Jarrett Allen scored 10 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Dennis Schroder added 11 points in his Cavaliers debut and Keon Ellis had 6 points in his first game with the Cavaliers, who won for the seventh time in eight games.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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One clip appears to show a Waymo vehicle stopped while other vehicles illegally pass a stopped bus.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
15 Jan. 2026
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That's when a 51-year-old woman driving a Tesla south on Highway 85 struck the Focus, causing both cars to spin and crash into a stopped semi-truck.—
Austen Erblat,
CBS News,
31 Dec. 2025
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The nurse checked all your bells and whistles and plugged notes into your chart before noticing that the tape holding your breathing machine in place needed adjusting.—
Jasmin 'Iolani Hakes,
Literary Hub,
5 Feb. 2026
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To stay competitive, Kleiner will need every partner plugged into the pipeline of game-changing startups and visionary founders.—
Allie Garfinkle,
Fortune,
31 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Blocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocked. Accessed 13 Feb. 2026.
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