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shutter

[shuht-er] / ˈʃʌt ər /
NOUN
blind
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Does the president have the authority to fire federal employees or shutter offices within agencies?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

The camera still emits a loud flash and shutter sound when taking photos, and there’s a light that turns on when it records video.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

Peet’s Coffee plans to shutter some stores, including at least two in Southern California, by the end of January.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 29, 2026

Banks could choose to shutter customers’ accounts if they pose legal risks.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

He got down and closed the shutter and went to bed.

From "The Return of the King" by J.R.R. Tolkien




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