blocked

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The alumina industry’s reliance on the Strait of Hormuz, through which maritime traffic was mostly blocked during much of the first quarter, put pressure on alumina prices and demand, Chief Executive Bill Oplinger said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The driver of the vehicle, unaware that the SUV riding the shoulder was a federal agent, partially blocked the shoulder to prevent the SUV from cutting off the Cadillac.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

In an ironic twist, given the song’s all-grown-up-at-18 energy, “Boyfriend” was blocked from No. 1 by “We Are Young” from Jack Antonoff’s old band, Fun.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

More than 1,000 social media accounts and Telegram groups have been blocked.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

Aries blocked their path, his furry hands on his hips and brass spectacles sitting on his button nose.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton