blocking
Example Sentences
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They were unable to fully develop inside either the human host or the mosquito, effectively blocking the chain of transmission that allows malaria to spread.
From Science Daily
By blocking current from flowing in at the edges and corners, the design ensures stable and reliable operation of the nano light-emitting diode.
From Science Daily
Luke Kennard received a technical foul in the third quarter and Ayton got a technical foul in the fourth quarter after being called for a foul blocking a shot by Williamson.
From Los Angeles Times
As the flames spread, blocking the exits for those crowded in the bunk room below, a member of Boylan’s crew twice ran right by a 50-foot fire hose overhead, trial evidence showed.
From Los Angeles Times
Letter outlines 11 instances of the Department of Homeland Security allegedly blocking information, including in a criminal inquiry.
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