to block out
[phrase form: block]
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阻挡, 阻止
to stop something from proceeding by creating a barrier
例子
The security team worked hard to block the intruders out.
安全团队努力阻挡入侵者。
Installing a robust antivirus program can block malware out.
安装一个强大的防病毒程序可以阻挡恶意软件。
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遮挡, 遮蔽
to create a barrier that prevents light or noise from reaching a specific space
例子
A thick layer of paint can block out graffiti on walls.
一层厚厚的油漆可以阻挡墙上的涂鸦。
They installed a privacy fence to block out views of the backyard from the neighbors.
他们安装了一个隐私围栏以阻挡邻居对后院的视线。
02
屏蔽, 避免去想
to intentionally avoid thinking about something unpleasant
例子
Focusing on gratitude can help block out feelings of discontent.
专注于感恩可以帮助屏蔽不满的情绪。
Engaging in a favorite activity can block out feelings of loneliness.
从事一项喜欢的活动可以阻断孤独感。
03
安排, 规划
to arrange the placement of songs or elements in a theatrical production
例子
The director had to block the musical numbers out for a seamless stage performance.
导演不得不安排音乐剧的曲目，以确保舞台表演的无缝衔接。
The production team worked to block the songs out for optimal audience engagement.
制作团队努力编排歌曲以达到最佳的观众参与度。
04
勾勒, 画出主要形状
to draw a basic visual representation of something
例子
The initial stage of the painting involved blocking out the main shapes and contours.
绘画的初始阶段涉及勾勒主要形状和轮廓。
In architecture, it 's common to begin by blocking out the basic structure of a building.
在建筑学中，通常从勾勒建筑物的基本结构开始。
