Block in Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To prevent someone or something from leaving a place by blocking the exit, often with another object like a car or box. Can also mean to sketch or plan something roughly in art.
Usage & Nuances
Usually informal. Most common to describe cars preventing others from leaving ('You blocked me in!'). Can also be used for other obstacles. In art, 'block in' refers to quickly sketching shapes before details. Don't confuse with 'block off' (close an entrance entirely) or 'lock in' (trap or commit someone).
Example Sentences
Someone parked behind me and blocked in my car.
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The boxes blocked in the dog in the corner.
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Be careful not to block in the driveway.
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Hey, could you move your car? You accidentally blocked in mine.
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I hate it when I get blocked in at the mall parking lot.
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The artist quickly blocked in the main shapes before adding color.
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