Blocking Sentence Examples

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  • I got a nice strong feeling they're blocking me out of the picture.

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  • To return to the blocking ships.

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  • Two forms stepped between them and the portal, blocking it.

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  • A large form stepped in front of them suddenly, blocking her.

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  • The warriors with her closed around her, blocking some of the crowd from sight.

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  • A breakwater and sea-wall prevent the blocking of the harbour entrance and encroachments of the sea; and there is another breakwater at Landguard Point on the opposite (Suffolk) shore of the estuary.

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  • The curtain blocking him from his memories was less defined, like ice beginning to thaw.

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  • Sounds of pursuit came from a few floors down, blocking her escape.

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  • A light wind whispered across the grass and a cloud drifted over, blocking the sun from her face.

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  • Where the rail-gauge is narrow and great weight is not desired, blocking girders are provided across the under side of the truck; these are arranged so that, by means of wedges or screws, they can be made to increase the base.

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  • I wonder if there is debris blocking it in the back pasture.

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  • Jenn rolled away, blocking the standing guardsman's shot of her.

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  • When the growth is at the cardiac end of the stomach, blocking the gullet and causing slow starvation, the abdomen may advisedly be opened, and, the stomach having been fixed to the surface-wound, a permanent opening may be arranged for the introduction of an adequate amount of food.

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  • The terminal branches of the arteries supplying these organs are usually described as not anastomosing but many, if not all, of Cohnheim's end-arteries have minute collateral channels; which, however, are usually insufficient to completely compensate for the blocking that may occur in these arteries, therefore, when one of them is obstructed, the area irrigated by it dies from malnutrition.

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  • Death is due either to weakness and emaciation (in chronic cases), or to blocking of the cerebral capillaries by the parasites (where these are abundant), or to disorganization of the nervous system (paraplegic and sleepingsickness cases).

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  • The earth-stopper "stops out" and "puts to" - the first expression signifying blocking, during the night, earths and drains to which foxes resort, the second performing the same duties in the morning so as to prevent the fox from getting to ground when he has been found.

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  • She clung to the metal railing as if her life depended on it, stumbling toward him, blocking his progress.

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  • It rippled with lightening and spread fast, soon blocking the moon before it rolled outward in every direction.

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  • The plaits are sewed partly by hand and in a special sewing-machine, and the hats or bonnets are finished by stiffening with gelatin size and blocking into shape with the aid of heat and powerful pressure, according to the dictates of fashion.

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  • Inasmuch as the stone is blocking the duct, the bile is unable to flow into the intestine; so, being absorbed by the blood-vessels, it gives rise to jaundice.

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  • Nor is the effect of these chromates confined to the blocking out simply of one end of the spectrum, as in the visible part, but two distinct absorption bands are seen, which seem unchanged in position if one of the above-mentioned chromates is replaced by another.

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  • The" Vindictive,"supported by two auxiliary vessels" Iris II."and" Daffodil,"was to assault the mole on its outer and western side and by creating an impression that this was the main operation, divert the enemy's fire from the blocking ships.

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  • The blocking ships were stripped of all fittings and filled with rubble and concrete.

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  • The greatest losses were in the Channel where the Flanders flotilla worked, and the blow they would have received by the blocking of Zeebrugge and Ostend was well worth the risk.

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  • The blocking of Zeebrugge and Ostend offered a good prospect of success and was within a reasonable distance of it.

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  • This canal was badly constructed, and by entirely blocking the drainage of the valley did a great deal of harm to the lands.

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  • This action, finally blocking the Boer road to the sea, taken by a Liberal government, was clear indication that Great Britain was determined to maintain her supremacy in South Africa.

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  • The coastal plain is filled with lakes (lagoas), in some cases formed by the blocking up of river outlets by beach sands..

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  • But the convoyman took no notice of the word "general" and shouted at the soldiers who were blocking his way.

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  • Without greeting the officers, he scratched himself and asked to be allowed to pass as they were blocking the way.

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  • Soldiers were passing in a constant stream along the street blocking it completely, so that Alpatych could not pass out and had to wait.

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  • The whole army--French, Italian, German, Polish, and Dutch--hungry, ragged, and weary of the campaign, felt at the sight of an army blocking their road to Moscow that the wine was drawn and must be drunk.

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  • At the beginning of the battle they stood blocking the way to Moscow and they still did so at the end of the battle as at the beginning.

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  • At daybreak, however, those nearing the town at the Dorogomilov bridge saw ahead of them masses of soldiers crowding and hurrying across the bridge, ascending on the opposite side and blocking the streets and alleys, while endless masses of troops were bearing down on them from behind, and an unreasoning hurry and alarm overcame them.

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  • Finally, he broke through the thatch of branches and leaves blocking most of the sun.  The day was darkening.  In the distance, he saw the massive fortress that was Death's, and he saw the Lake of Souls he'd seen in angel memories.  He saw birds but couldn't see through the jungle to where Katie might be.  The branch holding him swayed in a heavy wind that smelled of rain.

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  • Wollaston, by blocking off one of the streams with a screen, sufficient lateral separation being obtained by combining two equal crystalline prisms cut differently with respect to the optic axis - an arrangement that achromatizes more or less completely the pencil that is allowed to pass.

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  • The moons appeared through the branches in the jungle, almost alone in the dark sky except for a wisp of clouds floating beneath them.  She watched the clouds pass.  More came, quickly blocking the moons and stealing most of the light from the jungle.  Katie sat up and blinked until her eyes adjusted to the new level of darkness.  The sky took on an eerie silver glow, like it did in Maryland the night before a hard snow.

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  • Unlike other amphetamines, MDMA is also capable of blocking SERT.

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  • A flashing light warns about this, but surely the traditional blocking mechanism could have been implemented to prevent the annoyance?

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  • Blocking and lighting design combined to create haunting tableaux that made a virtue of the Playroom's potentially awkward rhomboid space.

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  • Passing through one village we even had a brass band blocking our route.

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  • At nightfall, a network of street barricades is constructed, blocking most of the city's arteries.

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  • He entered without first turning off the key, disconnecting the battery, or blocking off the mast.

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  • Dopamine blocking drugs are frequently the first choice of treatment, Eg haloperidol chlorpromazine, trifluoperazine, sulphiride and pimozide.

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  • With no cure islands blocking traffic commissioner with the it pays to.

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  • It reduces tissue loss by blocking release of a protein called cytochrome c 11.

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  • These special neurons make a pain blocking agent called enkephalin.

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  • Data subject may apply to court for an order for rectification, blocking, erasure or destruction.

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  • The way that the plant stanol ester in Benecol works is by blocking the absorption of cholesterol from the gut.

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  • Question 17 A. false B. false C. true D. true E. true There are 3 common approaches to blocking the brachial plexus.

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  • Firefox includes pop-up blocking - no need for external programs (although Microsoft's ServicePack 2 for WinXP adds similar technology to Windows ).

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  • The steam powered pump has no moving parts or constrictions thus preventing blocking and saving on maintenance.

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  • There's lots of obdurate blocking before he picks up a couple with a well-timed forward prod.

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  • It's thought these complications are caused by protease inhibitors blocking the elimination of corticosteroids leading to higher concentrations in the blood.

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  • Pierre had come just at dinnertime and was sitting awkwardly in the middle of the drawing room on the first chair he had come across, blocking the way for everyone.

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  • Can I never...? and, blocking her path, he brought his face close to hers.

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  • The larger blocking filter allows you to extend the focal length without vignetting but does not enhance detail or lower the bandpass.

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  • Angry truckers celebrated this May Day by blocking freeways in Los Angeles and container terminals in Oakland and Stockton.

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  • Thanks to UN Security Council Resolution 1373, we now have specific criteria by which to measure national progress in blocking terrorist fundraising.

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  • The Dynamic Avon The single cable forms a graceful curve to support bridge girders without blocking the view creating a gorgeous landscape.

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  • It acts by blocking a messenger chemical called glutamate which is produced by the brain cells damaged by the disease.

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  • To prevent this happening we will be blocking SMTP port 25 outgoing on the external Firewall from 7 March 2006.

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  • A large hummock or ridge of ice lay in front of the man, blocking his view of the horizon in that direction.

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  • This is to protect the impeller from large solids, algae or fish waste, and to stop the fountain head blocking up.

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  • Blocking GABA uptake results in activation of GABA B receptors by GABA released by even a single interneuron 94.

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  • Only the perimeter joists and rafters may be included in bracing and blocking.

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  • Up ahead loom chalk hills blocking our path down to the sea.

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  • However, in the play's climactic moments of violence and force, the blocking seems under-rehearsed and a little too mannered.

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  • All Bush can do at this point is to maintain consensus on blocking the sale of war materiel to Iraq.

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  • Dynamic 4-way stretch materials move with you intuitively, while wicking moisture out and blocking the elements from coming in.

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  • These chlorinated hydrocarbons work mainly by blocking nerve impulses necessary for normal bodily functions.

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  • Toxic doses of propantheline bromide may produce non-depolarising neuromuscular blocking effects with paralysis of voluntary muscle.

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  • Unlike depolarizing neuromuscular blocking agents, such as succinylcholine, Norcuron does not cause muscle fasciculations.

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  • Physiological Properties of TTX TTX is an especially potent neurotoxin, specifically blocking voltage-gated sodium channels on the surface of nerve membranes.

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  • The rule of the bureaucracy remained an insurmountable obstacle, blocking the road toward socialism.

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  • The basic circuit of a blocking oscillator, with its associated waveforms, is shown in Fig 11.

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  • We will be blocking outgoing SMTP traffic to other than our own and EUCS mail servers.

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  • However they come in useful for ' editing ' a maze, such as by blocking a passageway.

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  • They are blocking the truth solely for selfish reasons and they will suffer remorse when they pass over.

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  • He drove around searching and suddenly spotted something blocking the roadway ahead.

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  • Propofol sedation has allowed control of spasms and rigidity without the use of neuromuscular blocking drugs.

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  • I then suffocated them by blocking their airways with polish.

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  • Couldn't the opposition party simply render England totally ungovernable by blocking all legislation that the UK Government drafted on England's behalf?

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  • The spot or patch is an area of injury; on (or in) it the cell-contents are suffering destruction from shading, blocking of stomata, loss of substance or direct mechanical injury, and the plant suffers in proportion to the area of leaf surface put out of action.

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  • The fifth abdominal segment has a pair of strong dorsal hook-like processes, by means of which the larva supports itself in the burrow which it excavates in the earth, the great head blocking the entrance with the mandibles ready to seize on any unwary insect that may venture within reach.

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  • The lake really lies on the watershed between the two, and is probably a glacial relic. Its contribution to either infant stream appears to depend on conditions of overflow determined by the blocking of ice masses towards one end.

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  • The second group, the 5-alpha reductase inhibitors carry out their work by blocking the production of the main hormone responsible for prostate enlargement.

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  • Urban regeneration brings congestion by the lorry load A 44 ton refrigerated lorry is blocking the road ahead.

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  • Once the Jewish convoy had passed the smaller Arab group, they would rapidly erect a roadblock blocking the escape route.

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  • Red rooster auto insurance law michigan auto in blocking the.

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  • Blocking out these sound waves is the purpose of a soundproof room.

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  • She stomped off, letting the covering fall back, blocking out the light.

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  • They inhibit blood clotting by blocking thromboxane formation in blood platelets.

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  • There, completely blocking the drainpipe, was a man in tie-dye top with a colander on his head.

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  • All FAQs » Blocking » How do I unblock someone?

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  • Underwritten not all end quot i blocking the traffic you 've tucked away.

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  • Could n't the opposition party simply render England totally ungovernable by blocking all legislation that the UK Government drafted on England 's behalf?

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  • Father Fined For Blocking Pox Jab A father has been fined for refusing to have his children vaccinated against smallpox.

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  • They’re blocking up the road with their huge RV!

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  • The defender was the bane of my scoring hopes, blocking my shot from the goal.

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  • Stuttering typically involves the blocking of words.

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  • In this case, look at coffee tables that have a leg at each corner, but not crossbars, shelves or other structures blocking the area beneath the tabletop.

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  • Trees are a wonderful addition to any property, providing shade, privacy or blocking an unpleasant view while adding to your home's property value.

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  • For golfing in particular, you may want to opt for cinnamon or citrus colors, rather than gray, for blocking bright sunlight while providing contrast on the green.

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  • It has ammonia blocking chemicals combined with baking soda crystals.

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  • Although this blocking action might appear to reduce solar radiation, the opposite is true.

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  • Cayenne works by changing the focus of the nerve endings and then blocking the nerve signals.

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  • Cholesterol can build up in the arteries, restricting or blocking blood flow which can lead to a heart attack.

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  • When choosing window treatments for a theater room, keep in mind that light blocking blinds and fabrics will be beneficial during daytime movie screenings.

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  • If you are lucky enough to have natural light in your bathroom, try to find a window covering that will allow you the privacy you want without blocking all of the light.

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  • With the addition of sun blocking SPF's, many lip glosses also protect the sensitive lip area while imparting a gorgeous and slick glow.

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  • This capability just depends on how sophisticated the blocking program is.

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  • Sometimes, you can create a redirect web address to fool the blocking program or firewall.

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  • Many redirection services get overlooked by firewalls and blocking programs unless the administrator who set them up knows this method.

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  • When you're having trouble beginning a layout, using color blocking, sketches, or single photo layouts may help jump start your creative process.

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  • Color blocking is a timeless scrapbook technique that works well with many different types of projects.

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  • Cardstock is a staple of color blocking, but you can use subtly patterned paper if you're feeling creative.

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  • For a modern twist on traditional color blocking, try using increased margins between elements or using a corner rounder on the edges of your background blocks.

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  • If thinking about the material you studied increases your stress, try thought blocking.

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  • The bowl should tall enough to be above their faces not blocking them.

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  • It works by blocking the receptors for opiates and preventing the release of dopamine so an addict no longer gets pleasure from the drugs.

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  • It helps people give up smoking by blocking nicotine receptors in the brain.

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  • Blocking chats is easy, just use the parental controls on your family's computer and choose the option that blocks all chat room access.

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  • The T shirt also features front and back color blocking along with a mesh-back inset.

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  • Vinyl blinds known as roller blinds or roller shades are a wonderful choice for bedrooms because they do a great job of blocking out as much light as possible.

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  • Blocking the wind makes a big difference in the overall comfort level, and a hooded parka keeps the wind off your neck.

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  • Make a point of walking around your home to make sure that the snow is not blocking off the vent for your natural gas heat.

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  • Most chat rooms and messenger services have mechanisms for blocking people who become a nuisance.

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  • Sleep apnea is a nighttime condition in which the airway is closed temporarily, blocking all breathing for several seconds.

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  • The obstructive form of apnea involves soft tissue in the throat blocking air from moving through the passageway.

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  • Patients who have the sleep disorder sleep apnea may have tissue that is blocking the passage of air through their airway.

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  • They each move the jaw slightly forward, which prevents the tongue from blocking the back of the throat.

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  • The tongue-retaining device works by keeping the tongue from blocking the airway.

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  • Other options include noise blocking techniques.

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  • The goal was to find out of the machines were successful at blocking out most intruding noises and as a result helped the individuals to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.

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  • This allows the sleeper to continue breathing as the obstruction is prevented from blocking the airway.

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  • Radiofrequency ablation uses a heat delivered through a probe to destroy tissues blocking the airway.

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  • The jaw moves slightly forward, which prevents the soft tissue in the soft palate and throat from blocking the airway passage.

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  • The breathing device prevents the soft tissues in the back of the throat from blocking the airway passage as it delivers air.

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  • Those lenses are also shatterproof and efficient when it comes to blocking UV rays from your eyes.

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  • Sport goggles come in handy for a number of reasons, from blocking debris or balls to vision correction, clear vision under water, or UV protection.

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  • There won't be the problem, then, that quite a few replicas have of blocking debris with the lens (no shattering), only to have the lens come out the other side and hit the wearer.

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  • Eagle Eye glasses won't correct your vision, but they'll allow you to work the best you can with what you have by blocking harmful rays and vision-compromising glare.

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  • Polarized lenses allow only the light you need to see through to your eyes, blocking out horizontal, glare-causing rays.

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  • The Plutonite polycarbonate polarized lenses are designed to give you a optimal peripheral vision while blocking out glare.

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  • Polarized lenses do an incredible job of blocking the glare from water, the road, or even sand.

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  • Polarized lenses work to combat this glare by blocking horizontal polarized light.

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  • When treated with a UV resistant coating, glass and plastic (CR-39) lenses are all capable of blocking UV radiation.

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  • These provide a close fit and have the added advantage of blocking sun on the periphery of your vision.

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  • Look for anti-fog coatings or adequate ventilation to keep your glasses or goggles from fogging up and blocking your vision.

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  • Lenses that are polarized protect from glare but they do not include UV blocking measures without the addition of other materials.

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  • Polarized lenses stay one color throughout the day and in varying light conditions while blocking more of the sun's rays than traditional lenses.

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  • The wrap style of the frame protects eyes from the sides more than traditional sunglass styles do, blocking out more sun, wind, and debris.

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  • Many of these designs also do a superior job of blocking UV rays, wind, debris and dust from many different angles.

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  • You win the game by taking all of your opponents pieces or by blocking your opponent from making any more legal moves.

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  • While blocking, move back until his fire cannot reach you.

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  • Fire is also at your disposal in many situations; you will use it to get rid of brush that is blocking your path, or to kill or scare off various different foes.

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  • The "X" key corresponds to blocking and the space bar instigates "kill mode", providing you with an opportunity to recreate that jaw-splitting fatality from the Hollywood movie.

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  • You can start off with Mini-camp mode. (which also allows up to 4 players to join in via a competition atmosphere) There are 19 mini-games designed to hone your skills in passing, rushing, blocking, and ball-swatting.

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  • Madden 2006 offers slide protection to give the player more control over the blocking scheme, solving some play problems that still existed in Madden 2005.

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  • Sometimes you will have access to fire, which can be useful in getting rid of dry brush that is blocking your path, or it can be thrown at creatures to take them out easier.

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  • Once you defeat it, surf on the area it was blocking past a waterfall to the Artisan Cave.

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  • You basically have to cheat your way to the finish line in first place by bumping and blocking your opponents.

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  • There is no "blocking" involved, or any other wrench thrown into the machine to make it difficult.

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  • Most commonly, if you find yourself in a "concrete jungle" like a downtown metropolis, it is possible that the thick concrete walls and tall buildings are blocking your reception.

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  • For any number of reasons, you may want to know about the process of blocking cell phone numbers.

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  • Depending on your specific needs and preferences, the concept of blocking cell phone numbers can mean several different things.

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  • Instead of blocking your caller ID permanently using the solution described above, you can block your number on a call-by-call basis too.

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  • Blocking individual numbers from contacting you can become a costly endeavor if your carrier charges hefty fees, but some phones already have this feature.

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  • By signing up for this list, you are blocking cell phone numbers from being displayed on the usual telemarketing phone lists.

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  • Instead of going through the more complicated effort of blocking mobile phones from calling you, it is usually easier to simply use the caller ID or "call display" function on your phone.

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  • Analgesics work at the level of the nerves, either by blocking the signal from the peripheral nervous system or by distorting the interpretation by the central nervous system.

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  • The inflammation of the aorta eventually leads either to the formation of aneurysms or the narrowing or complete blocking of the blood vessels.

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  • Obstructive-failure of the muscles in the intestine to open, or presence of a mass that's blocking passage of the feces through the intestine.

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  • This defect causes the lungs and pancreas to secrete thick mucus, blocking passageways and preventing proper function.

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  • The incremental increases of the allergen cause the child's immune system to become less sensitive to the substance by producing a "blocking" antibody.

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  • In 1974, Henry Heimlich first described an emergency technique for expelling foreign material blocking the trachea.

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  • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)-A class of antidepressants that work by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, thus raising the levels of serotonin.

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  • Antihistamines are drugs used to treat the symptoms of allergies and allergic rhinitis by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical released by the immune system in allergic reactions.

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  • Antihistamines work by blocking the effects of histamine, a chemical released by mast cells during an allergic response to an allergen.

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  • Antihistamines attach to the areas on cells that histamines attach to, thereby blocking the allergic response.

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  • Beta blockers are also called beta-adrenergic blocking agents and antiadrenergics.

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  • Monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors-A type of antidepressant that works by blocking the action of a chemical substance known as monoamine oxidase in the nervous system.

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  • Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)-A class of antidepressants that works by blocking the reabsorption of serotonin in the brain, thus raising the levels of serotonin.

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  • While this interaction is severe, it is rare, since the neuromuscular blocking agents are usually used only in surgery.

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  • Anticoagulant drugs inhibit clot formation by blocking the action of clotting factors or platelets.

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  • Blood clots also can get trapped in narrowed arteries, blocking the flow of blood.

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  • Felbamate is similar to the tranquilizer meprobamate (Equanil, Miltown) and may work by blocking the effects of some of the brain chemicals that stimulate the nervous system.

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  • Antidepressants work by blocking pain transmission from the nervous system.

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  • These drugs are used to treat pain from inflammation and work by blocking production of pain-enhancing neurotransmitters, such as prostaglandins.

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  • Cerumen impaction refers to the buildup of layers of earwax within the ear canal to the point of blocking the canal and putting pressure on the eardrum.

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  • In children younger than one year, cerumen impaction is sometimes discovered during a routine check-up when the doctor finds that the earwax is blocking his or her view of the eardrum.

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  • In an individual with vocal cord dysfunction, instead of being drawn apart, the vocal cords move together, narrowing and partially blocking the airway.

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  • On other occasions, as when the object is blocking the entrance to the stomach, a fiberoptic endoscope (an illuminated instrument that views the interior of a body cavity) may be used.

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  • The tricyclics do not act by stimulating the central nervous system or by blocking monoamine oxidase.

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  • When birthmarks (hemangiomas) form in an area that can interfere with the baby's normal development (for example, blocking vision or causing difficulty breathing or hearing), treatment may be necessary.

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  • Within the spine, these muscles are normally wired so that willed (voluntary) contraction of one is automatically accompanied by blocking of the other.

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  • Antihistamines are drugs used to treat the symptoms of allergic rhinitis by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical released by the immune system in allergic reactions.

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  • Bed placement needs to be in an advantageous location so you can see who is entering the room without any obstruction blocking your view.

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  • Bed positioning blocking the window - Though you don't want stimulating chi to enter your bedroom while you're resting, you also don't want to block the chi flow in the room.

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  • If you have the window obstructed with a large piece of furniture, you are not only blocking out valuable natural light, but you are preventing the positive chi energy from entering your home.

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  • There is a newer method of blocking off the fallopian tubes which does not require any incisions.

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  • They prevent pregnancy by blocking the transport of sperm from the testes to the seminal fluid.

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  • Research into this method of male contraception focuses on blocking the effects of two male hormones--testosterone and gonadotropin--in order to prevent the production of childbearing sperm.

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  • This is often accompanied by the mucus plug, which is a thick piece of tissue that sits at the bottom of the uterus, blocking the baby from the birth canal.

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  • The copper is gradually released into the uterus, immobilizing sperm and blocking implantation of fertilized eggs.

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  • Now, more than ever before, consumers and manufacturers alike are recognizing the importance of blocking harmful UV rays.

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  • They are more effective at blocking out UV rays.

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  • Blocking a certain color can provide greater eye protection, and in some cases even sharpens contrast, making it easier for you to see, and so different tints are used for different situations.

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  • Shirring is good, as well as color blocking, asymmetrical patterns and surplice suits.

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  • Originally developed for surfers to use when the weather was too warm for wetsuits, this protective shirt style is extremely effective in blocking out the sun's rays and protecting the skin.

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  • Since sun exposure is not limited to the times you're in the water, UV blocking materials are being used to manufacture more than swimwear.

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  • By adding UV blocking during the dyeing process, swimsuits made from nylon and Lycra can provide sun protection similar to that found in sun screen.

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  • Dust around and inside of the device's external filters regularly to prevent build-up from blocking the internal air filter.

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  • Check the port where the debris enters the bag or collection container to see if there is anything blocking it and check the tube for obstructions as well.

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  • You have to do that while blocking your opponent's attempts to do the same.

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  • Similar to Go in some respects, Blokus will have you creating different strategies to increase your territory while blocking your opponents each time you play.

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  • Blocking out time in your busy schedule will make the donation much more of a loving gift for your chosen organization, and will help the delivery staff to have a great day!

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  • Body Blocking - When you physically move your body toward one person and away from another you are sending the message that you want them out of the conversation.

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  • Recently, I had to speak with him due to my car blocking his.

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  • True has Advanced Blocking, a blocking mechanism that gives you the ability block members you suspect may be scammers.

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  • He then asked me to come in for a screen test because I had no tv/film acting experience and wanted to see how I handled the quick pace of learning, blocking and then quickly taping a scene on camera.

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  • Caller ID Block, "*67" - allows you identity blocking when making a call.

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  • Another is blocking off certain times as "Do Not Disturb" sessions so that projects can be worked on.

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  • Carburetor - The carburetor opens and closes, and sometimes get stuck blocking fuel so your engine won't start.

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  • The good news is, this is relatively easy to fix through a process known as blocking.

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  • Another decorative painting technique is color blocking, which involves painting squares or stripes onto a wall or piece of furniture.

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  • Taken at meal time, alli works by blocking about 25 percent of the fat in the food a person eats.

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  • The drug works by blocking absorption of some of the fat consumed in the diet.

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  • You feel as if everything that has been blocking you or hindering you has finally been lifted and removed, that your path is totally clear, wide open for more joy, love, success and health.

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  • Xenical is FDA approved and it works by blocking approximately 30 percent of the fat eaten.

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  • Fat blocking drugs work by limiting the amount of fat absorbed during a meal.

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  • If you fail to share, you might find other users blocking you from downloading their catalog.

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  • They were considering blocking the re-recording by withholding publishing rights.

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  • The Final Five Cylons did not know they were Cylons thanks to Cavil blocking their memories and implanting them among the humans.

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  • In 1983, 29 ships appeared in the skies over Earth's major cities, blocking out the sun and terrifying the population until the commanders of these ships revealed they were humanoid in appearance.

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  • The key is to have it covering as much of your face - forehead, nose, mouth, chin - as possible without blocking your sight.

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  • Known as "circumventor" websites, these are such a problem for the people who would like to control web access that entire companies known as "blocking services" are devoted solely to finding and blocking proxies.

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  • There are several sites (including Anonymizer) that have email updates as they move their proxy sites one step ahead of the blocking sites.

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  • I sense something, but magic is blocking it.

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  • Many molecules that are capable of blocking neurite elongation in vitro are present in CNS tissue.

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  • They say the cavalry are blocking the way, said an officer.

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