1
as in filling
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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2
as in obstructing
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 intercepting
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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as in impeding
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Recent Examples of blocking
Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
Here, a selection of hard-working blue light sunscreens to add to your free radical-blocking regimen.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Smothered Turf The wet leaves smother the grass by blocking sunlight, reducing photosynthesis, and slowing oxygen flow to the soil.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
The damage across eastern Cuba has been severe and widespread, with major flooding leaving homes underwater, rivers overflowing, and landslides blocking access to communities.
—Nora Gamez Torres, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
This shows lawsone works by blocking YAP’s pro-fibrotic effects and inducing CYGB, which seems to act independently of YAP.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
Grinding may tighten your airway muscles and limit jaw movement, helping keep your tongue from blocking your airway.
—Brandon Peters, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025
The Broncos’ search for a blocking-tight-end replacement has led them to one of the oldest veterans in the NFL.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 29 Oct. 2025
Foothill also combined for six blocks and slowed down several kill attempts by partially blocking balls at the net.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
In a rare moment of impressive hosting, Vanessa Lachey pointed out that Edmond's traumatic childhood and upbringing might result in him only focusing on the positive memories and blocking out any negative memories as a coping mechanism.
—Sydney Bucksbaum, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Oct. 2025
Here, a selection of hard-working blue light sunscreens to add to your free radical-blocking regimen.
—Emily Orofino, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2025
Smothered Turf The wet leaves smother the grass by blocking sunlight, reducing photosynthesis, and slowing oxygen flow to the soil.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2025
The damage across eastern Cuba has been severe and widespread, with major flooding leaving homes underwater, rivers overflowing, and landslides blocking access to communities.
—Nora Gamez Torres, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2025
This shows lawsone works by blocking YAP’s pro-fibrotic effects and inducing CYGB, which seems to act independently of YAP.
—New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025
Grinding may tighten your airway muscles and limit jaw movement, helping keep your tongue from blocking your airway.
—Brandon Peters, Verywell Health, 29 Oct. 2025
The Broncos’ search for a blocking-tight-end replacement has led them to one of the oldest veterans in the NFL.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 29 Oct. 2025
Foothill also combined for six blocks and slowed down several kill attempts by partially blocking balls at the net.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocking
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Also consider buying staple items that stretch meals, such as rice and beans, or plan for 'one dish' meals that are filling, such as spaghetti and meat sauce, chili, soups, or casseroles.—
Aliss Higham,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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So filling, yet doesn’t feel like a heavy meal and has a fresh taste.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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The adult passenger in the vehicle was also arrested and charged with obstructing a police officer, and three separate warrants, according to the release.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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In November 2018, Stankovic was arrested in Long Island, New York, for resisting arrest and obstructing governmental administration, McLaughlin said.—
Adam Sabes,
FOXNews.com,
23 Oct. 2025
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Three variants were listed, ranging from 3 to 32 megajoules of energy capacity, with the system advertised as capable of intercepting both cruise and ballistic missiles.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Oct. 2025
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In September, the Ukrainian military’s chief of staff, Oleksandr Syrskyi, said light aircraft mounted with machine guns were proving effective in intercepting Russian drones and the military would consider buying more.—
Tim Lister,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Taylor Sheridan is packing his bags and heading to a new studio.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Oct. 2025
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Prepare an emergency bag If possible, families should consider packing an emergency bag, according to the organization's safety plan checklist.—
Alyssa N. Salcedo,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Somehow, the obstacle was reducing pressure from building at the exit, preventing the grains from jamming up.—
Ari Daniel,
NPR,
27 Oct. 2025
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The Ford also carries electronic-jamming aircraft, airborne early warning and control planes, cargo and passenger planes and helicopters.—
Brad Lendon,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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These are especially useful for taking public transport, grabbing a quick coffee, or leaving a small tip at a restaurant.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Oct. 2025
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Peterson led the way, scoring 26 points — 24 before halftime — and grabbing four rebounds.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
25 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Prisoners tend to use more due to flushing various items and, often, intentionally plugging toilets and overflowing them, according to industry publication Correctional News.—
Penny Weaver,
Arkansas Online,
30 Oct. 2025
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Amazon is plugging into advanced nuclear energy, taking its sustainability goals to the next level with plans for a new small modular reactor (SMR) facility in Washington state.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In recent years, Flame-retardant cotton fabrics have been made using various flame retardants, including phytic acid (PA), ammonium polyphosphate (APP), and diphenylphosphine (DPP).—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Sep. 2025
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Air resources — including tankers — provided retardant support throughout the day and into the evening hours to slow down the progress of the fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Blocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocking. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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