shutting

Example Sentences

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“We’ve probably done more rationalizing the supply chain, for example shutting down plants rather than investing in creating a new manufacturing footprint,” McNamara said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Video Games Europe, which represents many of the industry's largest publishers, said shutting down online services "must be an option" when games are no longer commercially viable.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Questions were being asked about Knight, too, despite Edwards shutting down those concerns, but with such statement performances from both batters, opener Sophia Dunkley is now in the spotlight.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Neighbouring Uganda, which has recorded one death confirmed to be from Ebola and six additional cases, announced it was shutting its border with the DRC with immediate effect.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

He waited for their nods of agreement before leaving the room, shutting the door firmly behind him.

From "Pet" by Akwaeke Emezi