block out
Example Sentences
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“We can’t just block out one sector of your constituents,” Garcia told the board.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026
Each doll comes with a pink fidget spinner to reduce stress and improve focus, and noise-cancelling headphones to block out background sounds and therefore limit sensory overload.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2026
That’s where he learned how to block out all distractions and focus on his goal.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 27, 2025
Many residents had their windows sealed to block out the noise and dust of the construction work.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025
Bobby closed his eyes to counter any further Talian shenanigans—he didn’t have to see his position, since it was imprinted in his mind—and tried to block out any other distractions.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
