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

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 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

Now, in the worst of times, do they retreat ever inwards to block out the flak?

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

“Ruby and Feral do, you know. But curtains, well, they don’t block out sounds very well.”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor