Synonyms for
Blocking
Definition
Blocking means to prevent something from happening or to stop something from moving forward.
Synonyms & similar words
freeze
obturate
occlude
stymy
immobilise
free
block
unblock
halt
blockade
obstruct
lug
remember
unstuff
bar
jam
embarrass
barricade
kibosh
deflect
stymie
stuff
immobilize
unfreeze
parry
obstructing
hindering
impeding
thwarting
interfering
halting
preventing
checking
stopping
clogging
jamming
closing
barring
sealing
shutting
covering
shielding
defending
guarding
screening
Synonyms by register
Formal
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- blocking access
- blocking the view
- blocking traffic
- blocking a shot
- blocking a path
- blocking progress
- blocking an attack
Word family
Usage note
The word 'blocking' can refer to a physical obstruction or a more abstract prevention of progress. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.
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Example sentences
- The player was blocking the ball with his foot.
- She was blocking the view of the stage for the people behind her.
- The construction work was blocking the road.
- I need to block out some time in my calendar for that meeting.
- The wall is blocking the wind from entering the house.
Quotes
I'm not blocking anyone's path. I'm opening up a new one.
You're not blocking the traffic; you are the traffic.
I'm not blocking you, I'm just standing where you need to be.