shutting out

VERB

exclude; screen

Synonyms

WEAK

bar beleaguer block out blockade close conceal cover debar discontinue evict fence off hide keep out lock out mask obstruct ostracize refuse seclude shroud veil

Antonyms

WEAK

include welcome

VERB

exclude

Synonyms

WEAK

bar beleaguer block out blockade close conceal cover debar discontinue evict fence off hide keep out lock out mask obstruct ostracize refuse screen seclude shroud shut off veil

Example Sentences

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The Kings have won the battle of the special teams, with their penalty kill shutting out the NHL’s highest-scoring team on nine chances.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 25, 2026

Under the old rules, margin account holders who made four or more day-trades within five business days had to keep at least $25,000 in their accounts, effectively shutting out smaller traders.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Rather, they would be expected to tighten lending standards, shutting out borrowers with lower credit scores.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 11, 2026

The major difference is that Audrey was no longer shutting out the discomfort or pretending she could make it go away.

From Slate • Sep. 15, 2025

The lid to the piano was closed, shutting out the dust, my misery, and her dreams.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan