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cover; block; conceal
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to cover; to block from view; to obscure
Used when one object physically blocks sight of another.
A high mountain cannot block out the sun.
The curtains blocked the glaring sunlight.
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Dark clouds obscured the moon.
He covered his eyes with his hand.
The tree ahead blocks the road sign.
verb
to obstruct; to block the way; to hinder
Used for physically or figuratively blocking a path or progress.
The police are blocking vehicles at the intersection.
Don't block me, I can't see the blackboard.
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Policies should not obstruct economic development.
He tried to block the doorway with his body.
A huge billboard obstructs the store's sign.
verb
to conceal; to cover up; to hide
Often used for hiding flaws, facts, or emotions.
He tried to cover up the shame, but everyone knows the truth.
Lies cannot conceal the facts.
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He couldn't hide the joy in his heart, and a smile appeared on his face.
She used makeup to conceal the scar on her face.
The government wants to cover up the severity of the accident.