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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
bought a block of stocks
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2
as in obstacles
something that makes movement or progress difficult
constant bickering that is only a block to the completion of the project
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3
as in heads
slang
the upper or front part of the body that contains the brain, the major sense organs, and the mouth
threatened to knock the block off the jerk next door if he didn't can the noise
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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
a more conservative block within the political party
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as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
a block of oil-producing nations
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as in fills
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 obstructs
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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Recent Examples of blocks
Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
The fatal accident occurred just blocks from that site.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 6 Sep. 2025
While the basic blocks of generative AI are present, the promises of deep integration, personalized services, and an AI that just works, which were made at WWDC in 2024, have not been delivered.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Years after his days of stacking yellow and green blocks in the classroom, Srivastava now spends his time playing with a very different set of building blocks.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Neighbors said there were two parties going on within blocks of the shooting — one in the 1800 block of West 17th Street and another just across South Wolcott Avenue — when shooting started.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
From pet stores to hardware stores (with aisles as long as some street blocks), your dog will get in plenty of sniffs, pets, and some light exercise.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Milton Parker Estate The Milton Parker Estate, just a few blocks from Bryan’s Main Street, is a classic bed-and-breakfast with a rich history.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Seeing the girl handcuffed by a Marion County sheriff's deputy a few blocks from her home simply didn't compute.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 30 Aug. 2025
Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Its antivirus also protects your devices through the cloud and blocks threats in real-time.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
And so an urban tunnel not only blocks some satellites, but confuses the listeners as to which are direct or reflected signals.
—Steve Tengler, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The LiF@spinel approach combines a spinel buffer for rapid ion movement with a LiF outer layer that blocks corrosive attack, the researchers said.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
So the researchers combined it with a molecular sieve of zinc oxide as well as a membrane that blocks water molecules present in the breath.
—New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Stopping renter protections This law blocks local governments from making or enforcing laws that prohibit landlords from discriminating against renters with housing vouchers, in addition to other categories.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
The Zuckerbergs' representative said construction occasionally blocks streets, but their infrequent events and parties have not.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
An activist blocks a highway during a protest near the city of Lod, Israel, on Tuesday demanding the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas and calling for the Israeli government to reverse its decision to take over Gaza City and other areas in the Gaza Strip.
—Reuters, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
Noun
Significance of the cluster formation process By mapping the step-by-step growth of nanoclusters, the study authors have provided a rare glimpse into how atomic building blocks come together.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2025
The fatal accident occurred just blocks from that site.
—Quinn Clark, jsonline.com, 6 Sep. 2025
While the basic blocks of generative AI are present, the promises of deep integration, personalized services, and an AI that just works, which were made at WWDC in 2024, have not been delivered.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Years after his days of stacking yellow and green blocks in the classroom, Srivastava now spends his time playing with a very different set of building blocks.
—Allie Garfinkle, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
Neighbors said there were two parties going on within blocks of the shooting — one in the 1800 block of West 17th Street and another just across South Wolcott Avenue — when shooting started.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
From pet stores to hardware stores (with aisles as long as some street blocks), your dog will get in plenty of sniffs, pets, and some light exercise.
—Kelsey Monstrola, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
Milton Parker Estate The Milton Parker Estate, just a few blocks from Bryan’s Main Street, is a classic bed-and-breakfast with a rich history.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Seeing the girl handcuffed by a Marion County sheriff's deputy a few blocks from her home simply didn't compute.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 30 Aug. 2025
Verb
This blocks criminals from opening new credit lines using your information.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Its antivirus also protects your devices through the cloud and blocks threats in real-time.
—PC Magazine, 4 Sep. 2025
And so an urban tunnel not only blocks some satellites, but confuses the listeners as to which are direct or reflected signals.
—Steve Tengler, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
The LiF@spinel approach combines a spinel buffer for rapid ion movement with a LiF outer layer that blocks corrosive attack, the researchers said.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2025
So the researchers combined it with a molecular sieve of zinc oxide as well as a membrane that blocks water molecules present in the breath.
—New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2025
Stopping renter protections This law blocks local governments from making or enforcing laws that prohibit landlords from discriminating against renters with housing vouchers, in addition to other categories.
—Eleanor Nash, Kansas City Star, 27 Aug. 2025
The Zuckerbergs' representative said construction occasionally blocks streets, but their infrequent events and parties have not.
—Colson Thayer, People.com, 27 Aug. 2025
An activist blocks a highway during a protest near the city of Lod, Israel, on Tuesday demanding the immediate release of hostages held by Hamas and calling for the Israeli government to reverse its decision to take over Gaza City and other areas in the Gaza Strip.
—Reuters, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocks
Noun
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Instead of forming evenly in all directions, the clusters grew unevenly, faster in some directions than others.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Sep. 2025
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Break up the plantings of shrubs with clusters of attractive evergreen trees.—
Neil Sperry,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Similarly, Arizona’s native flora and fauna have their own obstacles to survival in one of the world’s most unforgiving landscapes.—
John Leos,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Some cities install physical barriers like planters, bike racks, or other obstacles, to ensure compliance.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The bill next heads to the Senate for consideration in committee and, if advanced, on the floor.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Aug. 2025
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What really turned heads of the coaches and fans, however, were the flashes behind closed doors.—
Cecil Merkerson III,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Aug. 2025
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However, Abusin is hopeful that, through the success of the national team, common ground can be reached between the rival SAF and RSF factions.—
Rory Fleming,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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An escape plan is hatched, leading to a breaking of factions, betrayals, and a shocking confrontation.—
Billie Melissa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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History offers examples of coalitions—filmmakers, advocates, policymakers, and engaged citizens—who built public media systems from the ground up, defended press freedom under authoritarian pressure, and expanded the public’s stake in independent storytelling.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
28 Aug. 2025
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His message is as much about sovereignty as sustainability—that vulnerable nations must take matters into their own hands, building coalitions, and demanding their voices carry equal weight in shaping global solutions.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Reputation and Folklore Soar Swift fills eight spaces on the Top Album Sales chart, which features 50 rungs.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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While his main target, Puka Nacua, remains in his huddle, there’s a new look at wide receiver as Davante Adams fills the void left by Cooper Kupp, who was traded to the rival Seahawks this offseason.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Under the deal, Westbrook has set up projects at the studio, including Sugar Bandits, based on the book Devils in Exile by Chuck Hogan that follows a down-and-out Iraqi war veteran who intercepts drug deals for profit.—
Mia Galuppo,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Blocks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocks. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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