close off
Example Sentences
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"You can't close off a square to the workers of Turkey. Everyone uses Taksim, for official ceremonies, for celebrations. Only the labourers, the workers, the poor find the square closed to them," he fumed.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
It has also managed to effectively close off the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for oil shipments, sending prices higher and putting pressure on global consumers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Wildlife managers keep track of the nests throughout the season and close off routes depending on the family of birds’ activity.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2024
For all the wealth of their ownership, Newcastle have a gap to close off the pitch.
From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024
"When the children were small. This closet was inefficient—deep and sloping—so I asked if he would close off part of it for a pantry and have the other part for storage."
From "Girl in the Blue Coat" by Monica Hesse
