closures

noun

plural of closure
as in cessations
the stopping of a process or activity after the closure of the region's last copper mine, the population simply withered away

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Recent Examples of closures Roseville says temporary lane closures will be in effect, but all roads will remain open, and no daytime work will occur during the holiday shopping season. — James Taylor, CBS News, 14 July 2026 The shorts have adjustable snap closures at the waist for a customizable fit, along with loose-fitting legs and a zipper fly. — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026 The couple used street closures and walls of tents around the arena to keep the celebration out of view. — ABC News, 11 July 2026 Earlier this week, crews battled small blazes in Montecito Heights, Encino and Sylmar, where a brush fire prompted extended lane closures of the 5 Freeway. — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026 The elementary school was of 18 schools that will close over four years after the board approved the closures in June. — Mary Ella Hastings july 10, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 July 2026 Permits and city cooperation are necessary when large-scale private events require the use of public space (like street closures) or city services (more cops). — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 10 July 2026 Drivers should check Idaho 511 for the most current closures. — Noah Daly july 10, Idaho Statesman, 10 July 2026 Motorists can expect lane closures starting this week on Interstate 91 southbound as bridge rehabilitation as work on the Dutch Point Viaduct project enters Stage 2. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for closures
  1. cessations
  2. endings
  3. halts
  4. ends
  5. shutdowns
  6. closes
Noun
  • Temporary cessations of hostility, but no permanent closing of the moral and social divide between debtor and creditor, and no giving up on the thought that some lives matter more than others.
    — Henry Freedland, Harpers Magazine, 24 Oct. 2025
Definition of cessations
Noun
  • Scammers often create sites that appear close to the real thing but include extra words, odd spelling or strange endings.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
  • Concluding the elite races were the amateur groups, which featured dramatic endings on both the men’s and women’s sides.
    — Fisher Isbell, AJC.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of endings
Noun
  • The automatic stay halts proceedings but doesn't compel creditors to undo pre-petition filings without operative effect.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • Since prolonged production halts can cause permanent damage to oil wells, shutting them down is typically a last resort.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 15 June 2026
Definition of halts
Noun
  • Rookie second-round draft pick Emanuel Sharp also had a good game for the Kings (1-2), continuing to impress at both ends of the floor.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
  • Voros and her crew frequently skipped lunch to chase the light at both ends.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
Definition of ends
Noun
  • That phrase emerged from video game communities who have been frustrated by disappearing purchases, digital storefronts, server shutdowns, and software licenses that resemble rentals for a long, long time.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 10 July 2026
  • The shutdowns challenged instruction at Charlotte Ballet Academy, which offers professional career training and recreational classes for children and adults.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026
Definition of shutdowns
Noun
  • Most expect United to enter the market for another central midfielder before the summer transfer window closes.
    — Graham Ruthven, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The brand will continue to be stocked at the store once the pop-up closes later this summer.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
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