block out
Example Sentences
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A blanket was placed over his head, which was described as "commonplace" at the nursery, to block out light from the windows and help children sleep.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Uniformed staff aren’t alone in trying to block out news.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 22, 2026
They simply block out anything they don’t like.
From MarketWatch • Nov. 5, 2025
Down streets, through alleys, my palm pressed over my nose to block out the nauseating odors rising from trash heaps.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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