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Phrasal Verb - shutting out

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. Preventing someone or something from entering or being a part of a situation or environment.
  2. Blocking or denying access to information or experiences.

Examples​

No.Example
1She was shutting out her emotions to deal with the loss.
2The company shut out competition by acquiring all the market share.
3He shut out the noise of the city by listening to music.
4The government shut out the opposition from the decision-making process.
5She shut out her friends when she was going through a tough time.
6The manager shut out the players who weren't performing well.
7He shut out his past mistakes and focused on the future.
8The new policy shut out small businesses from the market.
9She shut out her family to protect her privacy.
10The isolation caused by the pandemic led many to shut out the outside world.

Phrasal Verb - keeping out

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

  1. Preventing someone or something from entering or continuing in a place or situation.
  2. Preventing an unwanted situation or experience from happening.

Examples​

No.Example
1The bouncer kept out the rowdy crowd from entering the club.
2John kept out the cold by wearing a thick coat.
3Mary kept out the noise by using earplugs.
4The police kept out the rioters from the city center.
5Sarah kept out the rain by staying under the umbrella.
6The teacher kept out disruptive students from the class.
7Tom kept out the competition by setting a high price for his goods.
8The firewall keeps out viruses and malware from your computer.
9The fence keeps out stray animals from the garden.
10The sunscreen keeps out harmful UV rays from your skin.