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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“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

That’s where he learned how to block out all distractions and focus on his goal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025

Now, in the worst of times, do they retreat ever inwards to block out the flak?

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

They simply block out anything they don’t like.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025

I have on headphones so I can block out the TV show he’s watching.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson