blocked
Example Sentences
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The problem with the overhead power supply and a broken down LeShuttle train blocked all routes on Tuesday, causing disruptions for thousands trying to get away for New Year's Eve.
From BBC
"Everything was blocked off so it wasn't a case of going to see what had happened."
From BBC
Across the nation, communities have blocked or delayed billions of dollars of planned investment in data centers, worried that they could use up too much water and trigger higher electricity rates.
From Los Angeles Times
Then, with less than a minute left in the quarter, Jared Verse blocked a field-goal attempt and returned the ball 76 yards for a touchdown to cut the lead to 24-17.
From Los Angeles Times
He might also have been a bit skeptical of his kicking game after kicker Michael Badgley had an extra point blocked earlier in the period.
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