shutting

Example Sentences

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The government says it will be briefing authorities in Northern Ireland and Scotland of the changes to closure orders in England and Wales, as they have different enforcement legislation in place for shutting shops.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

“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

The EU, however, insists the push is aimed not at shutting out foreign providers, but at strengthening European industry and keeping itself in the AI race.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

But the document shows how despite raising the concerns, executives argued shutting the system down would simply lead to "a significant number of new illegal connections" being installed elsewhere.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

I want to cross the room and wrap her in my arms, but instead I leave, shutting the door quietly behind me.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen