Absolute Blocking

B2 16+

Collocations of absolute blocking

absolute power
Frequency: 70 %

The dictator's absolute power over the country was unquestionable.

absolute control
Frequency: 65 %

The strict teacher maintained absolute control over her classroom.

absolute certainty
Frequency: 60 %

There was absolute certainty that the sun would rise the next day.

absolute silence
Frequency: 50 %

The library was filled with absolute silence as students studied for exams.

absolute truth
Frequency: 45 %

In court, witnesses are expected to tell the absolute truth.

Idiomatic Expressions for absolute blocking

  • Phrase: reach absolute blocking
    Meaning: to reach a point where further progress is impossible
    Usage: The negotiations have reached absolute blocking, and it seems unlikely that an agreement will be reached.