blocked
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But Wireless was forced to drop him after the UK government blocked his visa, eventually cancelling the entire festival.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
The driver of the vehicle, unaware that the SUV riding the shoulder was a federal agent, partially blocked the shoulder to prevent the SUV from cutting off the Cadillac.
From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026
In an ironic twist, given the song’s all-grown-up-at-18 energy, “Boyfriend” was blocked from No. 1 by “We Are Young” from Jack Antonoff’s old band, Fun.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026
Marshall’s plans to demolish a former youth hostel built during the Art Deco period to make way for a sports field was blocked by the Historic Preservation Board, which mandated he preserve the building’s facade.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
It’s getting hotter by the minute, although thick clouds have blocked the sun.
From "Zara’s Rules for Record-Breaking Fun" by Hena Khan
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