blocked
Britishadjective
Example Sentences
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It operates in about 25 African countries but has faced regulatory challenges in others, including South Africa, where ownership rules have also blocked its entry.
From BBC
Since the war began on 28 February, Iran has effectively blocked the waterway.
From BBC
James blocked a shot from Paul Reed on the next possession.
From Los Angeles Times
But Canberra has redoubled efforts to diversify export markets for farmers since a 2020 dispute with Beijing saw agriculture exports blocked for several years, and last year's global imposition of US trade tariffs.
From Barron's
When investigators looked inside the home, they found that it did not have working smoke alarms and the main exit was partially blocked by dog crates and other items, according to the document.
From Los Angeles Times
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