block out

Example Sentences

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So when it comes to an actual rush round, they can kind of block out the noise and concentrate on being genuine.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026

"We have to block out the outside noise. We have done that really well. People are going to talk up the title race and Arsenal but we have a really calm group."

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Each doll comes with a pink fidget spinner to reduce stress and improve focus, and noise-cancelling headphones to block out background sounds and therefore limit sensory overload.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026

That’s where he learned how to block out all distractions and focus on his goal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

If the night were not so black already, she would have closed her eyes to block out any light.

From "Huntress" by Malinda Lo