block out

Example Sentences

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For the best chance of seeing Iberian lynx in the wild, it’s best to block out three or four days.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 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