- present participle of shut.
shutting
Example Sentences
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It alleged Google pressured phone makers using Android to pre-install its search engine and Google Chrome browser -- essentially shutting out rivals.
From Barron's ● Jul. 14, 2026
The BBC revealed some areas of England are now shutting their NHS waiting lists because they cannot cope with demand.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
“Just shutting the door is not really the best solution. We think the best way is to have a path for these students to make up deficiencies.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2026
The Earth Kingdom’s rulers responded by shutting out all outsiders.
From Salon ● Jul. 8, 2026
I didn’t understand why she was shutting me out.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
