shutting

VERB

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bar lock push seal

STRONG

cage confine draw enclose exclude fasten fold imprison secure slam

WEAK

batten down close down close up drop the curtain fold up put to shut down wall off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

loosen open unfasten

STRONG

free let go let out loose release

Example Sentences

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The team believes this process could eventually be used as a cancer treatment by shutting down vitamin B2 metabolism in tumors and triggering cancer cell death.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

He also had to break the news that the lovely “SNL” tradition of bringing on moms of cast members wouldn’t be happening this year due to Spirit Airlines shutting down.

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

Work began on land in Willows Green, near Felsted, Essex, within hours of the local council shutting for the bank holiday weekend on Friday.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

So when Spirit announced it was shutting down, the couple reflected on the airline’s role in the beginning of their relationship.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

I hear the floorboards creak beneath her feet, then the door shutting softly behind her.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish