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block out

VERB
  1. shield from light
  2. indicate roughly
    We sketched out our plan
  3. plan where and when songs should be inserted into a theatrical production, or plan a theatrical production in general
  4. prevent from entering
    block out the strong sunlight

How To Use block out In A Sentence

  • The original version is censored, using goofy Batman inspired cartoon balloon words to block out some excessively gory details.
  • Block out the bottom of this picture when it is printed ; the balance of the page will be better.
  • They form reefs that which can block outlet pipes. Times, Sunday Times
  • To try to block out feelings of emotional pain or inadequacy. Taking Drugs Seriously
  • Using music to block out annoying coworkers is a familiar tactic. Use Unplugged Earphones To Avoid Pesky Interruptions | Lifehacker Australia
  • This might have generated enough debris to block out sunlight and trigger an ice age, enough sulfuric acid to acidify the oceans, and/or enough carbon dioxide to cause global warming by a greenhouse effect.
  • I use headphones on a daily basis as I do a lot of sewing on industrial-class machines and like to block out the mechanical noise as well as listen to the radio clearly.
  • They can also block out weeks when they want to use the property themselves. Times, Sunday Times
  • To try to block out feelings of emotional pain or inadequacy. Taking Drugs Seriously
  • Squeezing her eyes tight she tried to block out Reed's cold, insistent taunts and the jeering catcalls that seemed to get louder with each passing moment.
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