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Synonyms for

Blocking

Verb / ˈblɑ:kɪŋ / Another word for blocking — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Blocking means to prevent something from happening or to stop something from moving forward.

Synonyms & similar words

remember stymie block free freeze obstruct embarrass hinder blockade kibosh impede deflect blockup closeup occlude immobilise stuff parry blankout stop immobilize drawablank halt bar blockoff obstructing hindering impeding thwarting interfering halting preventing checking stopping clogging jamming closing barring sealing shutting covering shielding defending guarding screening

Synonyms by register

Formal

obstructing impeding hindering thwarting

Informal

stopping holding back getting in the way gumming up

Literary

barring stymieing

Antonyms

allowing advancing facilitating enabling permitting clearing assisting

Common collocations

  • blocking access
  • blocking the view
  • blocking traffic
  • blocking a shot
  • blocking a path
  • blocking progress
  • blocking an attack

Word family

noun blockage
verb block
adjective blocking
adverb blockingly

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

  1. The player was blocking the ball with his foot.
  2. She was blocking the view of the stage for the people behind her.
  3. The construction work was blocking the road.
  4. I need to block out some time in my calendar for that meeting.
  5. 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.

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