block out

Example Sentences

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All good fodder to see if I could really block out my mental chatter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026

“The larger world, if it doesn’t directly impact the day-to-day,” she told me, “becomes chaff that you kind of block out because you’re so focused on trying to survive this crucible that you’re in.”

From Slate • Jun. 24, 2026

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

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

Now, if I were back in Chicago, I’d just stuff a pillow over my head to block out the noise, figuring it was a neighbor.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia