shut up

Example Sentences

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But regardless of the private enforceability issue, the court clearly wants everyone to shut up and pretend that Callais is business as usual.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

Wanting Charlie Kirk to shut up wasn’t the same as wanting him dead.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

If ever there were a time for the Fed to shut up and listen, last week was it.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

The company plans to shut up to another 30 locations during the first half of 2026, chief executive Lisa Harper said during the call.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

“I wish you’d shut up a minute and let me think.”

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt