Pronunciation: /blɑk/
noun a group of countries, organizations, or individuals working together for a common purpose
A1 The children built a bloc tower with colorful blocks.
A2 The countries in the region formed a trade bloc to promote economic cooperation.
B1 The political parties formed a voting bloc to support a common candidate in the election.
B2 The trade bloc negotiated a new agreement to reduce tariffs and promote free trade.
C1 The bloc of countries worked together to address climate change on a global scale.
C2 The voting bloc had significant influence in shaping national policies and legislation.
verb not applicable
A1 I bloc my schedule every Monday for yoga class.
A2 She blocs off time in her calendar for studying every evening.
B1 The team decided to bloc off the entire weekend for team building activities.
B2 In order to focus on her work, she blocs out distractions by listening to music.
C1 The government blocs certain websites to control access to information.
C2 The company blocs out competitors by offering unique products and services.
adjective not applicable
A1 The bloc toy blocks are easy for young children to stack.
A2 She wore a bloc colored scarf to match her outfit.
B1 The students formed a bloc group to work on the project together.
B2 The political bloc alliance was formed to address common issues.
C1 The trade bloc agreement will benefit all member countries economically.
C2 The bloc voting system has led to concerns about fairness in the election process.
adverb not applicable
A1 She danced bloc in the parade.
A2 He painted the wall bloc with different colors.
B1 The team worked bloc to finish the project on time.
B2 The students organized themselves bloc to protest against the new policy.
C1 The countries formed a trade bloc to strengthen their economies.
C2 The political parties formed a voting bloc to push through their agenda.
pronoun not applicable
A1 I brought a bloc to the meeting to take notes.
A2 She used a bloc to prop open the door.
B1 The teacher handed out a bloc of papers for the assignment.
B2 The company formed a bloc with other businesses to negotiate better prices.
C1 The political bloc was formed to address environmental issues.
C2 The trade bloc was established to promote economic cooperation among member countries.
preposition not applicable
A1 I placed the books on the table bloc the lamp.
A2 She hid behind the large bloc of bushes in the park.
B1 The teacher divided the class into small blocs for group work.
B2 The company operates as part of a larger bloc within the industry.
C1 The political bloc formed a coalition to pass the new legislation.
C2 The trade bloc negotiated a new agreement with neighboring countries.
conjunction not applicable
A1 I like both chocolate and vanilla ice cream.
A2 She will visit Paris and Rome on her European trip.
B1 You can either study for the exam or go to the party, but not both.
B2 The company offers a range of benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans.
C1 The government implemented a new policy to address climate change and promote sustainable practices.
C2 The international trade agreement aims to create a trading bloc that benefits all member countries.
interjection not applicable
A1 Bloc! I can't find my keys anywhere.
A2 Hey, bloc! Stop running around the house.
B1 Bloc, can you please pass me the salt?
B2 Wow, bloc! That was an amazing goal you scored.
C1 Bloc, could you provide some insights on this topic?
C2 I can't believe it, bloc! You've truly outdone yourself this time.
article not applicable
A1 I bought a bloc of cheese at the grocery store.
A2 She stacked up a bloc of books on the shelf.
B1 The political party formed a voting bloc to push through their agenda.
B2 The trade bloc agreement between the countries boosted economic growth.
C1 The writer's bloc was hindering her progress on the novel.
C2 The bloc of countries united to address the global climate crisis.
formal The trade bloc was formed to promote economic cooperation among member countries.
informal Let's stick together as a bloc to negotiate a better deal.
slang The bloc of friends always hangs out together at the mall.
figurative Her creative ideas formed a bloc that no one could break through.
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