shuts out

VERB

exclude; screen

Synonyms

WEAK

bar beleaguer block out blockade close conceal cover debar discontinue evict fence off hide keep out lock out mask obstruct ostracize refuse seclude shroud veil

Antonyms

WEAK

include welcome

VERB

exclude

Synonyms

WEAK

bar beleaguer block out blockade close conceal cover debar discontinue evict fence off hide keep out lock out mask obstruct ostracize refuse screen seclude shroud shut off veil

Example Sentences

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One view is that flow might be a state of highly focused concentration or hyperfocus that shuts out extraneous thoughts and other distractions to enable superior performance on a task.

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2024

By holding the news conference in Japan, it shuts out a host of U.S. outlets that did not make the trip to cover the summit of leaders from the top economies.

From Washington Times • May 19, 2023

When the gym door closes, it shuts out questions about race and policing that have shadowed the city — and, just as important, it offers a chance to build community.

From New York Times • Oct. 3, 2022

And while his recollections are pervaded by considerations of manliness, he never shuts out other genders or ways of being.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2022

He shakes off his coat just outside the door, then hangs it up and shuts out the rain.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron