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Definitions

block out

VERB
plan course
Synonyms
WEAK
arrange chart map out outline prepare sketch
Antonyms
WEAK
recall remember
VERB
try to forget
Synonyms
STRONGEST
obscure shut off
WEAK
close conceal cover hide obstruct screen shroud shut out
Antonyms
WEAK
recall remember

Example Sentences

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Uniformed staff aren’t alone in trying to block out news.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026

There’s a long, long way to go, and the Forrests are going to have to keep their doors and windows closed for months to block out construction noise and dust.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2025

They simply block out anything they don’t like.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025

Schedule recurring tasks so they happen automatically - for example, block out lunch in your diary each day or set weekly reminders for bills and chores.

From BBC • Sep. 14, 2025

I raised a hand to block out the glare and saw Miig pushing through the bodies to the front of the group.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline