block
Example Sentences
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Business Secretary Peter Kyle says he would have intervened to block the sale of UK microchip company ARM Holdings had he been in government at the time.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
The study evaluated whether patients who didn’t respond to the standard-of-care therapy could be treated with riliprubart, which is designed to block an enzyme that drives key inflammatory mechanisms behind the disease.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
Authorities have deployed thousands of officers and set up concrete barriers surrounding the venue to block protests.
From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026
The Los Angeles City Council has approved an amendment meant to assuage concerns that a rodeo ban would unfairly block equestrian events of cultural significance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
“I have business to attend to, down the block on Washington Street,” she answered, darting behind a passing carriage as we weaved our way across a crowded street.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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