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UK//blɒk ðə ˈdɔːweɪ//US//blɑk ði ˈdɔrweɪ//

Meaning of Block the doorway

To stop someone from entering through a doorway.

In simple words: Stop people from entering through the door.

Block the doorway in a sentence

  • Please block the doorway so nobody can come in.
  • They decided to block the doorway with furniture during the party.
  • She quickly moved to block the doorway when she heard the noise.
  • The guards were instructed to block the doorway at the entrance.
  • It's important to block the doorway during an emergency drill.

How to use Block the doorway

Use in contexts where you want to prevent entry. Avoid in formal situations or if the action is to keep someone safe.

Grammar pattern

block + object (doorway)

Memory hint

Imagine a big wall is put in front of a door, blocking it.

Related words

Collocations with Block the doorway

  • block access
  • block entry
  • blockade the doorway
  • block the exit
  • physically block the doorway

Synonyms for Block the doorway

Common mistakes with Block the doorway

  • Confused with 'block off' which means to close completely.
  • Used inappropriately in formal writing.
  • Omitting the object, saying just 'block' instead.

Compare Block the doorway with Stop, Bar, Prevent, Hinder

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Frequently asked questions about Block the doorway

What does Block the doorway mean?

Stop people from entering through the door.

What is the definition of Block the doorway?

To stop someone from entering through a doorway.

How do you use Block the doorway in a sentence?

Please block the doorway so nobody can come in.

Can you give another example of Block the doorway?

They decided to block the doorway with furniture during the party.

What are synonyms for Block the doorway?

Common alternatives include impede, stop, bar, prevent, hinder.

What words go with Block the doorway?

It commonly pairs with block access, block entry, blockade the doorway, block the exit, physically block the doorway.

What are common mistakes when using Block the doorway?

Confused with 'block off' which means to close completely. Used inappropriately in formal writing. Omitting the object, saying just 'block' instead.

How do you pronounce Block the doorway?

US: //blɑk ði ˈdɔrweɪ//, UK: //blɒk ðə ˈdɔːweɪ//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Block the doorway?

Use in contexts where you want to prevent entry. Avoid in formal situations or if the action is to keep someone safe.