blocking
Example Sentences
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Phillip Morgan tried to warn the family before attempting to stop his son by blocking his way with a truck and trailer.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Regulators should instead embrace tools that address emerging risks, including stronger authentication of communications, improved detection and blocking of fraudulent activity, and clearer disclosure when consumers are interacting with AI systems.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
"This means that broadly blocking TRPV4 may not be the solution," Gualdani noted.
From Science Daily • May 10, 2026
Beijing has also sharpened its legal and regulatory toolbox, she said, and "has a potentially more extensive playbook", as seen in the recent blocking of tech giant Meta's acquisition of AI firm Manus.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
Alex jumps in front of me, blocking my path.
From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas
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