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shutting 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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The EU, however, insists the push is aimed not at shutting out foreign providers, but at strengthening European industry and keeping itself in the AI race.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

The Kings have won the battle of the special teams, with their penalty kill shutting out the NHL’s highest-scoring team on nine chances.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Rather, they would be expected to tighten lending standards, shutting out borrowers with lower credit scores.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 11, 2026

The major difference is that Audrey was no longer shutting out the discomfort or pretending she could make it go away.

From Slate • Sep. 15, 2025

Trouble zeroed in on his brother’s channel, shutting out the rest of the squad.

From "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer