as in shuts
to stop the operations of
the coal mine was closed down in the 1930s
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Yam Yam shuts him down with ease because smack talk is simply not one of Michael’s strengths.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
9 Jan. 2026 -
Continue reading … POLITICS NO ENTRY ZONE – Israel shuts door on Turkey in Gaza as Trump praises Erdogan, plays down clash.—
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FOXNews.com,
5 Jan. 2026
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Although this bomber jacket has a cropped silhouette like Paltrow’s, its zipper closes all the way up, creating a turtleneck, to protect your neck from the elements.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
16 Jan. 2026
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The pharmacy also will remain open until the store closes.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Jan. 2026
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With 14 races scheduled starting on Friday, Oct 31, the event closes out the year in horse racing in North America.—
Rudie Obias,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
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His chances at landing the full-time job will likely hinge on how 2-3 Arkansas closes out the season.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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“Closes (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closes%20%28down%29. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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