blocked

Example Sentences

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But closer to the high-security perimeter, a crowd of worshippers despaired as police officers blocked their route.

From Barron's • Jun. 7, 2026

He has already blocked the closure of an unproductive Illinois plant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

His second attempt was not blocked, and the Makerfield by-election on 18 June will put Sir Keir and Streeting in the unusual position of campaigning for Burnham to win, despite their rivalry.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

In any case, there were no reports that Brown, Franchetti, or any of the nearly three dozen officers that Hegseth has fired or blocked were performing below standards at their jobs.

From Slate • Jun. 5, 2026

What if the road was blocked by fallen trees and Mom was still sitting in the car while Dad walked to town?

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret