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
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2025
His run-blocking grade was the lowest among the starters last season, but his pass-blocking grade ranked second among the regular line contributors.
—Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The Federal Communications Commission lacks the authority to restore net neutrality rules that prevented broadband providers from slowing or blocking access to internet content, a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday.
—Angrej Singh, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
Popular adult content providers, such as PornHub and their network of sites, have responded by blocking access to their sites from these locations completely, arguing that the lack of privacy and inconsistent enforcement results in less internet safety, not more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Before blocking any driveways the contractor will provide residents with advance notice and recommend alternative parking spots on the street.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Take a flashlight and shine it into the drain opening to see if large food scraps or other debris are blocking the grinder.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
Carter initially responded to the crisis by cutting diplomatic ties with Iran and blocking imports from the country.
—Justin Doom, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
He was used primarily in the tight end and slot receiver spots on offense while also blocking on 116 snaps.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The results show that the D18 layer has robust ion-blocking capability under thermal stress.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2025
His run-blocking grade was the lowest among the starters last season, but his pass-blocking grade ranked second among the regular line contributors.
—Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The Federal Communications Commission lacks the authority to restore net neutrality rules that prevented broadband providers from slowing or blocking access to internet content, a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday.
—Angrej Singh, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
Popular adult content providers, such as PornHub and their network of sites, have responded by blocking access to their sites from these locations completely, arguing that the lack of privacy and inconsistent enforcement results in less internet safety, not more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Before blocking any driveways the contractor will provide residents with advance notice and recommend alternative parking spots on the street.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Take a flashlight and shine it into the drain opening to see if large food scraps or other debris are blocking the grinder.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
Carter initially responded to the crisis by cutting diplomatic ties with Iran and blocking imports from the country.
—Justin Doom, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
He was used primarily in the tight end and slot receiver spots on offense while also blocking on 116 snaps.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocking
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The Yankees signed the 38-year-old to a minor league free agent contract in February, but after a series of injuries left the defending American League champs with three holes in their five-man rotation, Carrasco pitched his way into filling one with an impressive spring training.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Bunting in particular seemed to benefit from his linemates’ efficiency in filling the net.—
Nick Ashbourne,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The robot also managed to get up from a face-up position, even with a bag obstructing its view.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2025
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Stay High and Dry To avoid obstructing impressive scenery, a hog-wire railing framed in wood wraps this deck, which is set high above the water.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has released footage of fighter jets honing their skills at intercepting Russian and Chinese bombers over Alaska.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Ukraine's air force said Russia fired 67 missiles and 194 drones, with Ukrainian defenses intercepting 34 missiles and 100 drones.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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The White Sox, though, had other ideas, grabbing Smith with the first pick of the draft for $100,000.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Ravens believe in drafting corners every year, and the first-round selection of Nate Wiggins in 2024 won’t prevent them from grabbing another cornerback early.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The large tankers, which are four-engine prop planes, are being retrofitted and will be able to drop more than three times the amount of fire retardant than the 1,200 gallons that S-2T air tankers based in Ramona can carry.—
Karen Kucher,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 July 2025
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Multiple aircraft dropped retardant to help slow the fire's spread, water was transported to crews helping with ariel suppression in portable tanks that held up to 20,000 gallons of each.—
Wren Smetana,
AZCentral.com,
16 July 2025
Adjective
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Any company found to be frustrating the cancellation process could face significant fines—perhaps more than $50,000 per violation.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
31 July 2025
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According to the survey, 58% of Texas Rangers fans have left games early due to frustrating wait times, good for third among all 30 MLB fan bases.—
Alyssa Cooper,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 July 2025
Adjective
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What makes this reversal not just baffling but dangerous is its context.—
Lynn Northcutt Vega,
Sun Sentinel,
29 July 2025
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Here’s the most baffling part of the Republican budget bill, Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) writes in an op-ed for The Washington Post.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
22 July 2025
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“Blocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocking. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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