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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
Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
But keeping him blocked is easier said than done.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Reuters reported that the confidential communication singled out the Spanish government, suggesting it could be suspended from NATO, and that Spain and others might be blocked from top positions inside the alliance.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Apr. 2026
Hamdallah said Israel blocked the entry of materials such as ballot paper, ballot boxes or ink into Gaza.
—Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
An officer directed traffic at the intersection of North Sheffield Avenue and West Wellington Avenue, which was partially blocked off in the direction of the hospital.
—Madeline King, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Deputies blocked the neighborhood entrance as a standoff ensued.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Campbell is a 6-3, 313-pound blocker with 43 starts at right guard who has previously blocked for Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers with the Longhorns.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Following the fire, Pernerewski said officials found that the hydrants likely became blocked with debris and the residue that got stuck in the pipes.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Celtics also blocked three of the Sixers’ final four shots of the third, with Jordan Walsh, Brown and Vucevic all rejecting layups.
—Zack Cox, Boston Herald, 25 Apr. 2026
But keeping him blocked is easier said than done.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Reuters reported that the confidential communication singled out the Spanish government, suggesting it could be suspended from NATO, and that Spain and others might be blocked from top positions inside the alliance.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 25 Apr. 2026
Hamdallah said Israel blocked the entry of materials such as ballot paper, ballot boxes or ink into Gaza.
—Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
An officer directed traffic at the intersection of North Sheffield Avenue and West Wellington Avenue, which was partially blocked off in the direction of the hospital.
—Madeline King, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Deputies blocked the neighborhood entrance as a standoff ensued.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Campbell is a 6-3, 313-pound blocker with 43 starts at right guard who has previously blocked for Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers with the Longhorns.
—David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
Following the fire, Pernerewski said officials found that the hydrants likely became blocked with debris and the residue that got stuck in the pipes.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 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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This time playing an underling rather than a boss, Hoskins gave one of the best performances of his career in what remains a high point for Jordan as well, a lyrical and poignant yet savage film noir filled with regret, rage, and unrequited love.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
20 Apr. 2026
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Each April, Vidalia, Georgia, puts on a four-day celebration filled with live music, carnival rides, recipe contests, and one unforgettable air show.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Although both are incumbent Republicans, the Proposition 50 redistricting initiative from last November jammed them together vying for the 40th Congressional District in the June 2 primary.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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The sentencing changes are the latest in a slew of constitutional reforms jammed through by Bukele and his allies.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Justin Edwards nearly intercepted a pass by Coleman.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
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Russia's defense ministry said 207 Ukrainian drones were intercepted overnight, while Ukraine's Air Force said 31 missiles and 636 drones were downed during Russia's attack.—
Aidan Stretch,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Perrin’s footage shows the basket of the hot air balloon packed with 13 passengers, all seemingly in good spirits despite the unexpected detour.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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Tossed from the bench, Johnson packed a backpack and set off heading in the reverse direction of what is now a mostly empty migrant trail.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2026
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Stephens and her daughter had gone to bed when Knight grabbed knives from the kitchen, walked into their bedroom and attacked the woman as her daughter lay next to her.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2026
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The witness said a woman believed to be a store employee grabbed at a backpack carried by one of the men, prompting that man to throw a punch at her.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Three other vehicles with human drivers then appeared to illegally pass the stopped bus.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
3 Mar. 2026
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The truck crossed into the eastbound lane and crashed into the stopped Kia, striking the three pedestrians, CHP said.—
Aidin Vaziri,
San Francisco Chronicle,
17 Feb. 2026
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The iPod was a constant musical companion on commutes, during workouts or study sessions, or when plugged into someone’s speaker at a party.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
24 Apr. 2026
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Khan said that the building forced tenants to rely on their own portable electric heaters plugged into unreliable electrical wiring, which created fire hazards.—
Nikki DeMentri,
CBS News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Blocked.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocked. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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