curtain

Example Sentences

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When the homeowner called the police, they came in heavy, commanding him to drop his weapons—two curtain rods—which Shah Alam could not understand.

From Slate • Mar. 19, 2026

Just an act in front of a stage curtain: pure entertainment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

And with the introduction of precious SaraLee, the curtain comes down on the first act.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

It would be a major surprise if the United States and Canada do not figure in the Para-ice hockey final at 15:05, which brings the curtain down on the sporting action at these Games.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

Each bunk had a curtain to give its occupant some sense of privacy.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin