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Recent Examples of blockage
That triple-alliance is fading and with it the blockage of Central Asia.
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Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Weak or absent pulse Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia Some people with severe arterial blockages develop chronic limb-threatening ischemia (insufficient blood flow), which can cause severe, constant pain, gangrene (tissue decay), and even limb loss (amputation).
—Alicen Nelson Md, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Drivers in downtown Caldwell should take alternate routes after a train derailment caused blockage of the intersection of Main Street and 4th Avenue on Friday afternoon.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Now’s the time to work toward manifesting more structure — tackle emotional or psychological blockages that may hinder your progress.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
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Melik Kaylan, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
Weak or absent pulse Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia Some people with severe arterial blockages develop chronic limb-threatening ischemia (insufficient blood flow), which can cause severe, constant pain, gangrene (tissue decay), and even limb loss (amputation).
—Alicen Nelson Md, Verywell Health, 27 Mar. 2025
Drivers in downtown Caldwell should take alternate routes after a train derailment caused blockage of the intersection of Main Street and 4th Avenue on Friday afternoon.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 15 Mar. 2025
Now’s the time to work toward manifesting more structure — tackle emotional or psychological blockages that may hinder your progress.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for blockage
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They are often arranged in multiple staggered rows and embedded into the ground, sometimes accompanied by trenches or additional barriers to enhance their effectiveness.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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The barrier, essentially the maritime version of a wall, was meant to deter immigrants from crossing in certain areas.—
Anna Giaritelli,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Apr. 2025
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Aid organizations raise alarm International aid organizations are also raising alarm over the humanitarian toll of the blockade.—
Diaa Ostaz,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2025
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The chain is formed by three island blockades seeking to restrict Russian and Chinese military access to the Pacific Ocean with America's allied and friendly territories.—
Arick Wierson,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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Meanwhile, Michael was previously arrested in 2020 and charged with a misdemeanor offense of criminal obstruction of breathing and second-degree harassment.—
Christina Dugan Ramirez,
Fox News,
18 Mar. 2025
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Man threatened, attacked latter carrier over several months The Justice Department became aware of Franklin's actions toward the carrier after the United States Postal Inspection Service received a complaint about Franklin possibly committing threats and obstruction against the employee.—
Krystal Nurse,
USA TODAY,
14 Mar. 2025
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Both the interiors and exteriors boast a rustic and whimsical charm, thanks to textured stone walls, emerald tiles and plenty of cozy furnishings.—
Emma Kershaw,
Forbes.com,
7 Apr. 2025
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The eight-bedroom, eight-bathroom home was renovated in 2007 but retained historic features including 300-year-old wooden floors in some places, a 700-year-old fireplace, a Gothic window, a secret staircase, Catalan vaulted ceilings, stone walls and wooden beams.—
Lana Bortolot,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Its peak should come on Tuesday morning, April 22, when moonlight will pose little interference.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Jacob Fatu defeated Braun Strowman in a Last Man Standing match with no outside interference.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Many beneficiaries already face obstacles getting through to the Social Security’s phone lines to make an in-person appointment and then need to drive to a field office, said Kathleen Romig, director of Social Security and disability policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.—
Lorie Konish,
CNBC,
9 Apr. 2025
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Your passion must propel you forward when obstacles arise.—
Jay Ruderman,
Rolling Stone,
9 Apr. 2025
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This week, Vietnamese officials also pledged to crack down on the transshipment of Chinese products through Vietnam, which White House officials have described as a major impediment to lower tariffs.—
Damien Cave,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
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Many Tribal IDs do not list citizenship, creating an impediment for Native voters, who already have difficulties voting as reservation addresses are not as easy to list on voter registration forms.—
David Faris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
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Read More: 8 Things to Say During a Fight With Your Partner Swearing seems to help people shed their social inhibitions, according to Stephens, one of the study’s authors.—
Stacey Colino,
Time,
1 Apr. 2025
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Those raising awareness of the Arabic Facebook posts feel no such inhibition.—
Ben Sales,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Blockage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blockage. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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