block release
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In January, Clarence Thomas was the lone dissenting voice when the court rejected Trump's request to block release of White House records sought by the committee.
From Reuters • Jun. 29, 2022
Eastman sued to block release of the documents, which are housed on the server of Chapman University in Orange, which was Eastman’s employer at the time.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2022
They have accepted cases in which Trump has sued to block release of his financial records to prosecutors and congressional committees.
From Washington Post • Jan. 16, 2020
While Liu was not accused of wrongdoing, he asked an Australian court to block release of his name, citing potential harm to his company and marriage, the Times reported.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 2, 2018
Federal prosecutors and Mr. Loughner’s defense team had sought to block release of the autopsy reports because they said they might interfere with Mr. Loughner’s ability to have a fair trial.
From New York Times • Mar. 8, 2011
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