block out

verb

1. to plan or describe (something) in a general fashion

2. to prevent the entry or consideration of (something)

3. photog printing to mask part of (a negative), in order that light may not pass through it

Example Sentences

Schedule recurring tasks so they happen automatically - for example, block out lunch in your diary each day or set weekly reminders for bills and chores.

From BBC

A major ongoing effort is building safe-passage networks one, two and three blocks out from a campus.

From Los Angeles Times

Those stars create huge amounts of bright light that can block out nearby objects.

From BBC

"But Sanchi had no idea because she has no social media presence. Her family too had been blocked out from this account. They became aware only once it went viral," she added.

From BBC

I love the idea that you block out the hype and conjecture around the show.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• obscure 
• shut off