as in to stop (up)
to prevent passage through by filling with something
hair plugged up the drain
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Although more research is required to prove it, the study suggests that blocking cancer cells from using taurine for growth could be one way to treat leukemia, Bajaj explained.—
Jamie Ducharme,
Health,
20 May 2025 -
These measures include opting in to messages from a business and blocking chats with a click.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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Steer clear of puddles - Driving into puddles or low areas of rainwater can cause vehicles to hydroplane or skid out of control. Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 May 2025
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As a result, these devices can be highly reactive to bright sources of light, such as street lamps or the luminous glow of a full moon, which can obstruct your ability to see clearly in certain directions.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
25 May 2025
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“Plug (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plug%20%28up%29. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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