blocked

Example Sentences

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Chinese imports to the U.S. are effectively blocked by tariffs.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

MFS entered bankruptcy after lenders asked why they weren’t getting expected payments and Barclays blocked some of the group’s 200-plus bank accounts.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

"We can start by accepting that Andy Burnham should never have been blocked - it was a mistake that the leadership of our party should put right," she said.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

The skies may have darkened for years as volcanic material blocked sunlight around the globe, triggering severe cooling.

From Science Daily • May 11, 2026

“You’ve been pretending that nothing happened. It’s as if you’ve blocked it out of your mind. You’ve been indifferent, gallivanting around with James despite these secrets hanging around your neck.”

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu