block
Example Sentences
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It is clear that blocking the resolution was very important to these top officials.
From Los Angeles Times
The two carotid arteries carry 70% of the brain’s blood flow; block them, and a person can quickly lose consciousness.
From Salon
The incident, Erbes said, echoed ICE’s behavior in the wake of Good’s death, when she was blocked from receiving immediate medical care.
From Salon
The building, with its limestone facade, took up an entire city block.
Department of Justice sued last year to block the law, and a hearing in the case is scheduled for Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times
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