blot out
Example Sentences
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The moon was too far from Earth to completely blot out the sun, but will be at just the right distance on April 8.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2023
But in voters’ minds the bad news seems to blot out the good, and when pollsters ask if his age is an issue most say yes.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2023
As the moon lines up precisely between Earth and the sun, it will blot out all but the sun’s outer rim.
From Washington Times • Oct. 10, 2023
This is a dark stain on the profession, but it should not completely blot out the light.
From Salon • Aug. 11, 2023
He forced himself to listen to the sermon just to blot out the picture of Major and Hollis.
From "The Contender" by Robert Lipsyte
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