block out

Example Sentences

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For the best chance of seeing Iberian lynx in the wild, it’s best to block out three or four days.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

Users try to keep their voices low and often wear headphones to block out sound from their dictating neighbors, dialing down the annoyance factor.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

"We have to block out the outside noise. We have done that really well. People are going to talk up the title race and Arsenal but we have a really calm group."

From BBC • Feb. 12, 2026

Until one time, I open my eyes and find someone I cannot block out looking down at me.

From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins