blinders
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Which goes to show how even those who consider themselves “realists” can wear blinders.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
“The courts are wearing blinders and just focusing on the plain language of the statute. It’s a textual analysis,” he says.
From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026
On the other hand, Alma is moving with blinders on.
From Salon • Oct. 17, 2025
I’m also holding out hope that Emmy voters shed their broadcast-TV blinders and give ‘Matlock’ a nod, which would be the first since ‘This Is Us’ in 2021.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2025
He stepped forward to take the apple from Akira’s hand, and Akira held his bridle while she fixed the blinders into place.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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