as in shutting
to stop the operations of
the coal mine was closed down in the 1930s
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Instead of shutting vents, consider having a professional install or adjust butterfly dampers at the main duct line for more effective and safe airflow control.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026 -
The warnings come after a war that saw Iran target US bases, Israeli cities and critical infrastructure in Gulf Arab states, while effectively shutting shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and triggering a global energy shock.—
CNN Staff,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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Tiwani Contemporary’s closure follows that of London’s Stephen Friedman Gallery, which went dark in February after closing its New York outpost and entering bankruptcy proceedings.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
28 May 2026
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Both Miami-Dade and Broward school districts are considering closing or repurposing schools due to enrollment drops.—
Sarah Perkel,
USA Today,
28 May 2026
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The rapper, 31, took the runway during the 2026 Paraiso Miami Swim Week, closing out the show for her swimwear label, Hot Girl Summer.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
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Both seniors are extremely busy, closing out their high school careers.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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“Closing (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closing%20%28down%29. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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