Israel believed that this gave them the right to attack Egyptian forces blocking the way, despite the ceasefire.

He also blocked the re-opening of jai-alai, the "game of the thousand thrills," despite pressure from powerful groups.

As a result, judges have often imposed orders to block access despite the law, forcing news organizations "to go into court to preserve our rights," he said.

By convention, their abstention does not block the measure, despite the wording of Article 27.3 of the United Nations Charter.

Then they blocked genetic improvements as unnatural, despite the fact that the majority of Istvennists come from a weak genetic background.

Why do bus riders insist on clustering around the front door, blocking the exits despite the bus driver's exhortations to step further back?

Negotiators here chose not to block the referendums, despite differences over the proposals themselves.

The FDA blocks the Over-the-counter sale of a morning-after pill despite the (23-4) recommendation of a federal advisory panel.

China blocked humanitarian action in Burma despite worsening conditions and refugee flows.

Daniels is a defensive player, who is skilled at both anticipating passes and making steals and possesses an ability to block shots despite being only 6'7".