block out
Example Sentences
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The pandemic was a painful, scary time that many of us have tried to block out.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2026
Especially not when their pregame preparation includes having to try to block out an international uproar.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 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
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
She closed her eyes, even using a pillow to cover her ears in an attempt to block out the sounds from the street below, which had only grown louder, and louder...
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
