block in

British  

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to sketch in outline, with little detail

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Example Sentences

“Corruption is a major obstacle and a stumbling block in the advancement of the party and the nation’s causes,” Xi said this week at a conclave of the party’s Central Commission for Discipline Inspection.

From The Wall Street Journal

James, 41, finished with 30 points, eight rebounds, eight assists, two steals and a block in a commanding all-round display.

From Barron's

"You can talk about working hard, but everyone works hard. The difference is, can you compete? Will you win second balls, will you get a block in on the edge of the area? And West Ham just aren't competing."

From BBC

Five miles south of downtown Los Angeles, a single industrial block in Vernon is drawing as much electricity as a small town.

From Los Angeles Times

Originally built as an office block in 1963, the Centre Point tower next to Tottenham Court Road underground station, remained unoccupied for over a decade, angering social justice campaigners.

From BBC