roadblock

Example Sentences

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The National Guard set up a roadblock complete with an armed Humvee for over a month, just a block away from where Jaimes and so many others celebrated.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

Where the film becomes truly interesting and innovative is also where its narrative’s most imposing roadblock lies.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

Rwandan soldiers stopped them at the next roadblock.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

Justice Department on Friday said it would end its probe into Powell, clearing a major roadblock to Warsh’s confirmation.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 26, 2026

There wasn’t no real roadblock set up for them.

From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore