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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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

It's a long way from the National League to shutting out Erling Haaland and Co, and Rusk believes the point against Guardiola could stand the Saints in good stead back in the Championship.

From BBC • May 10, 2025

He felt closed in, and stifled, with the everlasting dark greenness overhead, shutting out the sky.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill