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blocking

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verb

present participle of block

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blocking
Verb
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
Verb
  • Keep in mind, most places charge for filling up balloons, so make sure to inquire about that.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 4 Jan. 2025
  • Schoen prioritized filling holes in his first draft.
    Dan Duggan, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • According to officers, Kerley was obstructing their investigation and was told to step away.
    Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 4 Jan. 2025
  • She was additionally charged with four counts of resisting or obstructing a police officer.
    Andrea May Sahouri, Detroit Free Press, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Despite Ukraine's air defenses intercepting many of the missiles in Friday's attack, this has already wrought significant damage on Ukraine's capital, causing fires to break out in several areas, with authorities urging residents to remain in shelters.
    Gord Magill, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Forecasts of the shortfall in electricity supply remain highly unreliable, largely due to the unpredictable nature of Russian missile strikes on energy infrastructure and varying success in intercepting the missiles.
    Katya Soldak, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • But those are just two headline-grabbing crimes.
    New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 Jan. 2025
  • The monkey, perched on a high ledge, has stolen the man's spectacles — by jumping on the man's shoulder and grabbing them.
    Omkar Khandekar, NPR, 5 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Aircraft have retardant surrounding the fire's perimeter, and ground crews have a hose-lay around the fire.
    CA WILDFIRE BOT, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2025
  • Helicopter crews worked night and day dropping water on flames for most of the week, and for several days, air tankers were sent to make retardant drops on fire in the remote, steep terrain.
    Karen Kucher, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Perhaps most frustrating for affected users is the lack of clear, timely communication.
    Alex Vakulov, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • For a less frustrating mowing experience, have mower blades sharpened.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The goats have been one of the most baffling mysteries to haunt the halls of Lumon and have confused fans since season 1.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Divorce is never easy, but sometimes the reasons behind it can be downright baffling.
    Maria Morava, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025

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“Blocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocking. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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