shutting out
Example Sentences
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It potentially opens the door to uranium enrichment in Saudi territory and gives American companies a central role in developing the kingdom’s nuclear infrastructure while shutting out foreign competitors.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
The Earth Kingdom’s rulers responded by shutting out all outsiders.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
It alleged Google pressured phone makers using Android to pre-install its search engine and Google Chrome browser -- essentially shutting out rivals -- and ordered it to pay a 4.3-billion-euro fine.
From Barron's ● Jul. 2, 2026
Now their greatest challenge might be shutting out the distraction of being deemed a favorite to win the Super Bowl.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 30, 2025
Who spends half her life in bed immobilized with terrible pain, shutting out the world.
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
