blocked
Example Sentences
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Scientists believe a single solar panel failing to fully deploy blocked the communications antenna, leading to a loss of contact.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Parents won’t be blocked from learning tomorrow’s skills because they need to put food on the table today.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Visa restrictions have blocked residents from four qualifying nations from entering the U.S. and fear of immigration agents has discouraged fans of other countries from coming.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Speaking on the same programme, Lockhart said that when she arrived in Scarva on Saturday "the police had blocked bridge, which was a designated area for the protest to take place".
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
The trees have blocked what little light is left.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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