road block

Example Sentences

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“I’m a U.S. citizen,” he recounted telling ICE officers at the road block.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

The truck had failed to stop for police on its M42 northbound journey at 10:00 BST on Friday, leading to a road block being set up further down the route.

From BBC • Sep. 9, 2023

Last season, though, brought another road block for Porter and his back.

From Washington Times • Jun. 2, 2023

The proposed arena and entertainment district are set to go to a referendum in May, but now the Coyotes’ bid to find a permanent home has hit another road block.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 5, 2023

I lean over into the aisle, see a few blocks up they’s blue lights flashing in the dark, people standing around, a road block.

From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett