1. A strategy or maneuver designed to prevent an opponent from advancing, succeeding, or achieving their objective
The opposition used blocking tactics to prevent the bill from passing.
A oposição usou táticas de bloqueio para impedir a aprovação do projeto de lei.
2. In sports, a technique to obstruct an opponent's movement or progress
The defensive line's blocking tactics were crucial to the team's victory.
As táticas de bloqueio da linha defensiva foram cruciais para a vitória do time.
3. In negotiations or politics, deliberate obstruction methods to delay or prevent action
The senator employed blocking tactics during the debate.
O senador empregou táticas de bloqueio durante o debate.