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as in restricted
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as in blocked
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as in shut
to position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening
be sure to close the gate when you leave
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as in closed (down)
to stop the operations of
the merchant will close the store if business doesn't improve
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as in ended
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 stopped
to come to an end
the services closed with a short prayer
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as in approached
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 closed
Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Currently, those who rely on public transit are only provided a single, infrequent bus line across the bridge with no service after 10 p.m. If the pathway is closed, those who rely on bicycles, e-bikes and other devices will have no crossing at all.
—Robert Prinz, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
The dog park and kid’s playground closed on Monday and will remain closed until April 4.
▪ Friday: Gates open at 4 p.m. until midnight.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
Whether its top is open or closed, the 718 Spyder RS immerses a driver and passenger in Nürburgring levels of intake sound, with accompaniment from a lightweight stainless-steel sport exhaust.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
Minimize symptoms by starting medications early in the season, keeping windows closed, and taking other steps to limit pollen exposure.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 26 Mar. 2025
Currently, those who rely on public transit are only provided a single, infrequent bus line across the bridge with no service after 10 p.m. If the pathway is closed, those who rely on bicycles, e-bikes and other devices will have no crossing at all.
—Robert Prinz, The Mercury News, 26 Mar. 2025
The dog park and kid’s playground closed on Monday and will remain closed until April 4.
▪ Friday: Gates open at 4 p.m. until midnight.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2025
Whether its top is open or closed, the 718 Spyder RS immerses a driver and passenger in Nürburgring levels of intake sound, with accompaniment from a lightweight stainless-steel sport exhaust.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closed
Adjective
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The 24-year-old is a pending restricted free agent.—
Kevin Kurz,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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Crevier will be a restricted free agent, so every minute of ice time counts.—
Phil Thompson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In the scramble to evacuate, Chelsea had forgotten to lock the door and shut the gate.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2025
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Economists fear gloomy and fearful consumers will shut their pocketbooks and slow the economy.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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The coach’s assessment might sound surprising considering Smith’s last pass Sunday was an interception that ended the game.—
Michael-Shawn Dugar,
The Athletic,
24 Dec. 2024
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Starbucks said Workers United prematurely ended discussions this week.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Details matter, as the characters in Season 2 never stopped reminding us.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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In the first day or so after the snow stopped falling, Unified Government crews focused on clearing major thoroughfares.—
Alecia Taylor,
Kansas City Star,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Elsewhere is a cozy study for getting some work done, while both a private garden and a rooftop terrace serve as ideal spots for dining alfresco when the London weather decides to cooperate.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Rural communities could be unequally impacted Unlike the postal service, private companies do not have the same service obligations requiring delivery to rural or sparsely-populated areas – even at a loss.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
7 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The environmental benefits in congested areas can be substantial, too.—
Anna Broughel,
Forbes.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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For that trip, the most quantifiable cost difference is $11.55, while the emotional toll of driving on Highway 50 and Interstate 80 amid ongoing construction or the often congested Yolo Causeway is harder to measure.—
Ariane Lange,
Sacramento Bee,
13 Mar. 2025
Verb
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That explains why the Vikings finished 0 for 4 in the red zone and did not score a touchdown at any point.—
Dane Mizutani,
Twin Cities,
6 Jan. 2025
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Under Johnson’s leadership, Detroit also finished first in the league in scoring after ranking fifth in 2023.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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This isn’t to say Vancouver’s window has already slammed shut or expired.—
Thomas Drance,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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Graham’s contract with the Raiders expired after this season.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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“Closed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closed. Accessed 13 Apr. 2025.
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