as in impeding
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1
as in filling
to close up so that no empty spaces remain
block up the opening in the wall where a window once was
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as in obstructing
to prevent passage through by filling with something
one of the patient's arteries was so blocked with fatty deposits that blood flow had been reduced to a trickle
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as in intercepting
to stop, seize, or interrupt while in progress or on course
a thug suddenly stepped out of a doorway and blocked his escape down the alley
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Recent Examples of blocking
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2025
His run-blocking grade was the lowest among the starters last season, but his pass-blocking grade ranked second among the regular line contributors.
—Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The Federal Communications Commission lacks the authority to restore net neutrality rules that prevented broadband providers from slowing or blocking access to internet content, a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday.
—Angrej Singh, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
Popular adult content providers, such as PornHub and their network of sites, have responded by blocking access to their sites from these locations completely, arguing that the lack of privacy and inconsistent enforcement results in less internet safety, not more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Before blocking any driveways the contractor will provide residents with advance notice and recommend alternative parking spots on the street.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Take a flashlight and shine it into the drain opening to see if large food scraps or other debris are blocking the grinder.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
Carter initially responded to the crisis by cutting diplomatic ties with Iran and blocking imports from the country.
—Justin Doom, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
He was used primarily in the tight end and slot receiver spots on offense while also blocking on 116 snaps.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
The results show that the D18 layer has robust ion-blocking capability under thermal stress.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 4 Jan. 2025
His run-blocking grade was the lowest among the starters last season, but his pass-blocking grade ranked second among the regular line contributors.
—Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
The Federal Communications Commission lacks the authority to restore net neutrality rules that prevented broadband providers from slowing or blocking access to internet content, a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday.
—Angrej Singh, Axios, 3 Jan. 2025
Popular adult content providers, such as PornHub and their network of sites, have responded by blocking access to their sites from these locations completely, arguing that the lack of privacy and inconsistent enforcement results in less internet safety, not more.
—Anthony Karcz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Before blocking any driveways the contractor will provide residents with advance notice and recommend alternative parking spots on the street.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
Take a flashlight and shine it into the drain opening to see if large food scraps or other debris are blocking the grinder.
—Julia Mitchem, Architectural Digest, 30 Dec. 2024
Carter initially responded to the crisis by cutting diplomatic ties with Iran and blocking imports from the country.
—Justin Doom, ABC News, 29 Dec. 2024
He was used primarily in the tight end and slot receiver spots on offense while also blocking on 116 snaps.
—Matt Murschel, Orlando Sentinel, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blocking
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The Yankees signed the 38-year-old to a minor league free agent contract in February, but after a series of injuries left the defending American League champs with three holes in their five-man rotation, Carrasco pitched his way into filling one with an impressive spring training.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Bunting in particular seemed to benefit from his linemates’ efficiency in filling the net.—
Nick Ashbourne,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The robot also managed to get up from a face-up position, even with a bag obstructing its view.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Mar. 2025
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Stay High and Dry To avoid obstructing impressive scenery, a hog-wire railing framed in wood wraps this deck, which is set high above the water.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
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The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) has released footage of fighter jets honing their skills at intercepting Russian and Chinese bombers over Alaska.—
Faisal Kutty,
Newsweek,
11 Mar. 2025
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Ukraine's air force said Russia fired 67 missiles and 194 drones, with Ukrainian defenses intercepting 34 missiles and 100 drones.—
Amanda Castro,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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Knowing defensive back is a glaring need, especially with the release of Jack Jones, is trading back and grabbing someone like Jahdae Barron while acquiring another second-round pick worth considering?—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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Miley has taken a leaner approach the past few years, only grabbing one jersey and leaving the rest in his locker for the clubhouse workers to donate or disperse.—
Brittany Ghiroli,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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At the Eaton fire, crews applied retardant around the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and cleared brush in high-risk areas in La Cañada, according to Cal Fire.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Jan. 2025
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The largest tankers — which can carry up to 9,400 gallons of fire retardant at a time, and have been used to fight the Southern California fires — drop from about 250 feet, according to the National Interagency Fire Center.—
Yan Zhuang,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The New York Mets scored three runs in the seventh to snap a 1-1 tie en route to a 5-1 win over the Red Sox on a frustrating night.—
Jen McCaffrey,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Both English teams have been experiencing frustrating, parallel worlds as the pair have struggled mightily in the Premier League.—
David Close,
CNN Money,
22 May 2025
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There’s also the return of Esai Morales as the mustache-twirling villain whose motivation is as baffling as the Entity itself.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
14 May 2025
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This was baffling to many observers, including this one, and was widely ridiculed, even receiving a friendly jab from rival, Peacock.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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“Blocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blocking. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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