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Atlantic was now completely sealed off from Olympic to just north of Whittier.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 31 Oct. 2024
Before operations start next year, the sphere and the underground area around it will be sealed off and filled with liquid — never to open again.
—Eric Baculinao, NBC News, 31 Oct. 2024
Close and seal off doors & windows, close fireplace dampers, and turn off the heat.
—Greg Wehner, Fox News, 24 Sep. 2024
Inside, at 7:20 p.m., a white metal curtain began mechanically closing down, sealing off all but one exit from the rally hall – a clear sign the former president was about to speak.
—Lauren Villagran, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1931, in the meaning defined above
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“Seal off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seal%20off. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
Kids Definition
seal off
verb
: to close tightly
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