block
Example Sentences
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Officials attempted to block Fang multiple times on his way to the banquet.
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
Institutional demand has surged eightfold over six months, with Kalshi launching block trading for large, privately negotiated orders.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026
Meanwhile, numerous lawsuits have been filed against Landry that seek to block the suspension of the May 16 election.
From Slate • May 14, 2026
"These type of games, they play the low block, it is the talent for the wingers, like Phil in the first goal," Guardiola told BBC Match of the Day.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
Something electrical exploded in a shower of sparks a block away and made them both jump.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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