to shut out
[phrase form: shut]
01
忽略, 不理会
to intentionally avoid paying attention to something so that it does not effect one in a negative way
Transitive: to shut out a negative thought
例子
Sarah tried to shut out the negative comments and focus on her goals.
莎拉试图屏蔽负面评论，专注于自己的目标。
In times of stress, Mark would shut out distractions to concentrate on his work.
在压力时期，马克会排除干扰以专注于他的工作。
02
排除, 拒之门外
to purposely keep someone from taking part in an activity
Transitive: to shut out sb
例子
After their argument, Emily shut out her best friend, refusing to answer calls or messages.
在他们争吵之后，艾米莉拒之门外了她最好的朋友，拒绝接听电话或回复信息。
The team 's captain made a conscious effort not to shut out any member, encouraging everyone to voice their opinions.
团队的队长有意识地努力不排斥任何成员，鼓励大家发表意见。
03
排除, 阻止进入
to keep someone or something from coming inside
Transitive: to shut out sb/sth
例子
She shut the noise out by putting on noise-canceling headphones.
她通过戴上降噪耳机屏蔽了噪音。
The soundproof walls shut out external disturbances, creating a quiet environment.
隔音墙阻挡了外界的干扰，创造了一个安静的环境。
例子
The team shut the rivals out with an impressive defensive strategy.
球队以令人印象深刻的防守策略完封了对手。
The home team shut out their opponents with a flawless performance.
主队以完美的表现完封了对手。
