blocking
Example Sentences
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Department of Justice asked a federal judge to dismiss the lawsuits and not issue a preliminary injunction blocking the order.
From Salon • May 16, 2026
According to the researchers, this means that blocking riboflavin-related pathways could make tumors more vulnerable to ferroptosis and easier to destroy.
From Science Daily • May 15, 2026
Phillip Morgan tried to warn the family before attempting to stop his son by blocking his way with a truck and trailer.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
Regulators should instead embrace tools that address emerging risks, including stronger authentication of communications, improved detection and blocking of fraudulent activity, and clearer disclosure when consumers are interacting with AI systems.
From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026
The driver rose from the seat like a balloon and came to a stop against the door, blocking the exit.
From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith
Vocabulary lists containing blocking
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