block out
Example Sentences
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Do you block out a certain amount of time for research every day?
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
"So many Bogong moths would come through that they could block out the stars and the moon as they went overhead," said Parrott, from Zoos Victoria.
From Barron's ● Oct. 2, 2026
And in case you didn’t know, “duvateen” is the fabric they use on movie sets to completely block out the light.
From Salon ● Aug. 25, 2026
Especially not when their pregame preparation includes having to try to block out an international uproar.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
I had to put my hand up along my brow to block out the sun to see him.
From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline
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