block
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The deal is awaiting regulatory approval, but officials in several state states recently announced plans to try to block the merger.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Take Michelangelo’s “Rebellious Slave,” the room’s twisting centerpiece, and walk around to its right, where a full three sides of the original rectangular block remain largely in evidence.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
Last week, Bonta was reportedly close to moving ahead with filing an antitrust lawsuit to block the deal, possibly in conjunction with other states.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026
Once you’ve made the difficult decision of what to order, take your meal a block and a half down the road to Powderhorn Park.
From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026
As expected, Hord’s hide-arm rose to block it.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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