block out
Example Sentences
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“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Each doll comes with a pink fidget spinner to reduce stress and improve focus, and noise-cancelling headphones to block out background sounds and therefore limit sensory overload.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026
Many residents had their windows sealed to block out the noise and dust of the construction work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
Former England assistant Paul Farbrace dismissed the idea Stokes was being "disrespectful" and said his words were a message to his squad to block out the outside noise.
From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025
I close my eyes, but I can’t block out the noise.
From "The House That Lou Built" by Mae Respicio
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