had blockaded
- past perfect of blockade.
Example Sentences
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On Friday an Israeli minister told the BBC that Israel had "blockaded" parts of northern Gaza, which include Jabalia.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2024
The fishermen had blockaded the port in Pakistan’s business capital Tuesday, assembling trawlers across the main channel to halt shipping in and out.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 23, 2022
By then, demonstrations would have been hard to organize: Soldiers had blockaded Parliament, and a presidential decree had banned gatherings of more than three people.
From New York Times ● Aug. 1, 2021
He said his soldiers had blockaded Gbagbo in the presidential residence, and vowed to restore stability and the rule of law.
From Reuters ● Apr. 9, 2011
Even before England had commenced to blockade her coasts she had blockaded herself morally, in isolating herself from every ideal capable of giving her new life.
From The Meaning of the War Life & Matter in Conflict by Carr, Herbert Wildon
