block out

verb

1. to plan or describe (something) in a general fashion
2. to prevent the entry or consideration of (something)
3. photog printing to mask part of (a negative), in order that light may not pass through it

Example Sentences

Witty told employees of the multinational corporation to block out the occasionally celebratory tone seen on social media and the posters' plaudits directed at Johnson's still at-large assassin.

From Salon

They would create a massive shockwave and tsunami, there would be widespread fires, and large amounts of dust would be sent into the air, blocking out sunlight.

From Science Daily

As the seconds ticked down on Monday night’s victory over the Chargers, Baltimore Ravens coach John Harbaugh wanted to remind his defense to block out the noise and distractions and not jump offside.

From Los Angeles Times

“He blocks out the sun against any of his critics. He controls the media cycle with one click on his phone, with one sound bite every single day.”

From Los Angeles Times

You’re trying to quiet down the noise and trying to block out all of the voices.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• obscure
• shut off