shut

Example Sentences

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Shut it down, and a great blow will be struck for human freedom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026

Shut out by motion picture academy voters, the musical sequel could only manage two nominations — costume design and hair and makeup — with BAFTA.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 27, 2026

The Scottish star's film credits include Eyes Wide Shut, GoldenEye and Emma, as well as two absolute masterpieces of 1990s cinema - Spice World: The Movie and Romy and Michele's High School Reunion.

From BBC • May 10, 2025

But also, sometimes it feels like I'm a real "old man yells at cloud" vibe because it's like, "No one cares you don't want kids. Shut up."

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2025

“Yeah, yeah. Shut up. I’m just saying I’m sorry. I know that playin’ goal is your thing.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor