blocking
Example Sentences
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This game ended with Lauren Betts blocking Madison Booker’s layup attempt with 18 seconds remaining and Texas trailing by just three.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Suddenly the idea of blocking out the sun with space mirrors doesn’t sound so bad, does it?
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
Iran has been blocking foreign tankers from the channel, only allowing select ships to pass through, including some from Malaysia and India.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
For example, follistatin effectively releases the hand brake on muscle development by blocking myostatin, the protein that normally keeps it in check.
From Slate • Mar. 30, 2026
“Mighty early for a visit, Sheriff,” Mama said, blocking the door with her whole body.
From "Root Magic" by Eden Royce
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
