as in ending
the last part of a process or action
a stand-up comedian has to have a strong closing if he wants a spirited round of applause
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as in final
following all others of the same kind in order or time
the orchestra's closing piece is traditionally the national anthem
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as in shutting
to position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening
be sure to close the gate when you leave
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2
as in closing (down)
to stop the operations of
the merchant will close the store if business doesn't improve
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as in finishing
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
we'll close the assembly with the singing of our national anthem
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as in stopping
to come to an end
the services closed with a short prayer
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as in approaching
to come near or nearer
the two groups closed with each other from opposite sides of the field
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Recent Examples of closing
Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
But industrywide revenue is declining after years of explosive growth, with a number of high-profile brewery and taproom closings in the Chicago area in recent years.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Michael L. Hyman, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
Fubo and Hulu + Live TV will continue to be available to consumers under distinct brands post-closing, with Hulu continuing to be available in the larger Disney bundle.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
The district has also added some positions in specialty areas at a few campuses where the influx of new students from closing schools prompted the need for additional teachers, Presley said.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Boston Public Schools has also proposed closing or consolidating schools as enrollment declines.
—Ed Gaskin, Boston Herald, 11 Mar. 2026
But industrywide revenue is declining after years of explosive growth, with a number of high-profile brewery and taproom closings in the Chicago area in recent years.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Other alternatives such as offering a seller credit to cover potential post-closing assessments or adjusting the purchase price to reflect the risks of such costs are also being employed.
—Michael L. Hyman, Miami Herald, 29 Dec. 2025
Fubo and Hulu + Live TV will continue to be available to consumers under distinct brands post-closing, with Hulu continuing to be available in the larger Disney bundle.
—Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
Spray it on a squeaking door hinge, drawer, or otherwise to make opening and closing it smoother and quieter.
—Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 12 Mar. 2026
The district has also added some positions in specialty areas at a few campuses where the influx of new students from closing schools prompted the need for additional teachers, Presley said.
—Keri Heath, Austin American Statesman, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closing
Noun
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However the film lands a poignant and lyrical ending that sends the audience out on a note of hope.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
15 Mar. 2026
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Beginning early Saturday morning and ending, hopefully, before midnight, Anderson was walking a 50-mile circuit of his own design through the entire city of San Francisco.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The teams combined to make 10 of their final 12 shots.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
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Been Gawk then walked three consecutive Dominican batters — Perdomo, Tatis and Ketel Marte — with two outs, the final two of which came with the bases loaded to force in runs, before Dane Dunning ended the frame by getting Soto to line out to right field.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The demands are so big that in many cases, the industry’s giants are in some cases shutting the gates, further raising worries and spurring the hunger to flee.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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From there, Oklahoma reliever Jason Bodin allowed just one base runner in the top of the ninth before shutting the door on A&M for the SEC win.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
13 Mar. 2026
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Herro was the only Heat player who hit the 20-point mark on Tuesday, finishing the loss with 20 points on 5-of-11 shooting from the field, 1-of-2 shooting on threes and 9-of-9 shooting from the foul line, eight rebounds and five assists.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
18 Mar. 2026
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Center fielder Caden Sorrell hit two home runs in the game, finishing 2-for-4 with four RBIs.—
Tony Catalina,
Austin American Statesman,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Leave the resort to dine at Sunset Mona Lisa, a neighboring cliffside terrace where Mediterranean-leaning plates play second fiddle to the show-stopping tangerine-pink sunsets.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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Arizona's prosecution comes shortly after Kalshi filed preemptive civil actions against Utah, Iowa and the Grand Canyon State in hopes of stopping those states from acting against the platform.—
David K. Li,
NBC news,
17 Mar. 2026
Verb
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With nesting season approaching on Padre Island, the chances of encountering a Kemp’s ridley along the Texas coast go up.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Santaniello is approaching 30 years behind the anchor desk at WCCO.—
Aki Nace,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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However, that conclusion has been questioned by some critics.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Mar. 2026
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Though the assessor’s office relies heavily on data and modeling, its conclusions, outside appeals and internal policies can drastically change values and make the office’s political tightrope shaky.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The killing is Kansas City’s 27th homicide of 2026, which lines up exactly with the 27 homicides the city had seen at this time last year, according to data kept by The Star, which includes fatal police shootings.—
Nathan Pilling
March 17,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2026
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Rookie center Maxime Raynaud had a career-high 32 points and nine rebounds for the Kings (18-52), who had won four of their last five games.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Closing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closing. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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