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as in restricted
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as in blocked
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as in shut
to position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening
be sure to close the gate when you leave
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as in closed (down)
to stop the operations of
the merchant will close the store if business doesn't improve
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as in ended
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
we'll close the assembly with the singing of our national anthem
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as in stopped
to come to an end
the services closed with a short prayer
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as in approached
to come near or nearer
the two groups closed with each other from opposite sides of the field
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Recent Examples of closed
Sara Dorn, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
No firefighters or residents were injured, but traffic in the area remains closed.
—Ryan MacAsero, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
The cover—a monochrome portrait of Jobs, closed hand to chin, with a multicolor Fortune logo layered over it—has become an instantly recognizable icon of tech.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
The man fended off multiple attempts by the officers to grab his wrists and one attempt to put handcuffs on his right wrist before one of the officers started striking him, apparently with a closed fist, and then used a stun gun at least three times, the body camera video shows.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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The visitor center will remain closed for the rest of the day as an investigation is conducted.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
No firefighters or residents were injured, but traffic in the area remains closed.
—Ryan MacAsero, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
The cover—a monochrome portrait of Jobs, closed hand to chin, with a multicolor Fortune logo layered over it—has become an instantly recognizable icon of tech.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2024
The man fended off multiple attempts by the officers to grab his wrists and one attempt to put handcuffs on his right wrist before one of the officers started striking him, apparently with a closed fist, and then used a stun gun at least three times, the body camera video shows.
—Dennis Romero, NBC News, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for closed
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Its selling price was below market rate, but the buyer committed to a restricted resale price — for each year the buyer lives in the home, 2% of the original purchase price can be added to the resale value, Goode said.Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
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Another device transmitted signals from within a restricted weapons testing facility, revealing its zig-zagging movements across a high-security zone used for tank maneuvers and live munitions drills.Dhruv Mehrotra, WIRED, 19 Nov. 2024
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One of Austin’s beloved Tex-Mex institutions has shut its doors.Ana Gutierrez, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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The Spanish, Italian and Greek embassies also shut to the public for the day, but the U.K. government and France said their embassies remained open.Samya Kullab and Illia Novikov, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024
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The labor market ended a monthslong slowdown, rebuking any lingering concern about an imminent recession and easing pressure on the Federal Reserve to stimulate the economy with rapid-fire interest rate cuts, experts said.Max Zahn, ABC News, 4 Oct. 2024
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The medical condition that ended Henrik Lundqvist’s playing career has set him up to make his next great save.Carol Schram, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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But that hasn’t stopped the likes of Lego and Hasbro from pushing ahead.Andrew Webster, The Verge, 4 Oct. 2024
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According to the complaint, Roe stopped working for Brooks and moved to Mississippi around May 2021.Rachel DeSantis, People.com, 4 Oct. 2024
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The comedian posted a video on Instagram showing herself dancing alongside the two while in a private box at the concert.Kimberlee Speakman, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Youth sports is becoming bigger business: Venture capital and private equity companies are pouring money into the sector to create apps for parents, athletes and recruiters, and to capitalize on plentiful smartphones and the emergence of AI to get every game streamed.Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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By adjusting traffic signals and rerouting vehicles, cities and highly congested areas are able to see immediate improvement and reduce bottlenecks and idle time.Kathleen Walch, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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Ultrasonic waves with 35K Hz vibrations per minute, ionic technology How to Use: Keeping skin damp, glide the tip of the spatula over congested areas to unclog pores.Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
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The stand-alone Rishi episode was a perfect example of why audiences flocked to Industry in its third season, which just finished.Zachary Siegel, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2024
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Offseason trade acquisitions Michael King and Cease finished in the top nine in NL ERA, May acquisition Luis Arraez won his third straight batting title and setup men Tanner Scott and Jason Adam strengthened an already strong bullpen in front of closer Robert Suarez (36 saves).Jack Magruder, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The union went on strike early Tuesday after its contract expired in a dispute over pay and the automation of tasks at 36 ports stretching from Maine to Texas.Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
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Online renewal is available to adult passport holders whose passport has expired within the past five years or will expire in the coming year.Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Closed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closed. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.
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