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Example Sentences
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Most markets across the world were shuttered Thursday for Christmas.
From Barron's
Over-the-counter markets, where trading is done without the supervision of an exchange, will also shutter at 2 p.m.
From Barron's
After the dispute flared with fresh fighting in May, the neighbours shuttered overland crossings.
From Barron's
I hit the shutter, hoping I caught it.
From Los Angeles Times
Vacant lots and boarded up homes seem nearly as plentiful as occupied properties and many retail shops are shuttered or run down.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
