block a drain

Frequency: 8.014.5 per million words

To cause an obstruction in a drain.

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Examples (10)

  • Be careful not to let your hair block the shower drain.
  • A large amount of fallen leaves blocked the outdoor drain after the storm.
  • I think the grease from the frying pan has blocked the kitchen drain.
  • The main drain was blocked by tree roots growing into the pipe.
  • If we don't clean it regularly, food scraps will eventually block the drain.
  • Blocking a drain with wet wipes is a surprisingly common problem.
  • The plumber discovered that construction debris was blocking the drain.
  • Who blocked the drain by washing paint brushes in the sink?
  • Pouring coffee grounds down the sink is a sure way to block the drain.
  • The constant buildup of soap is what tends to block the bathroom drain over time.