close off
Example Sentences
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"You can't close off a square to the workers of Turkey. Everyone uses Taksim, for official ceremonies, for celebrations. Only the labourers, the workers, the poor find the square closed to them," he fumed.
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
It has also managed to effectively close off the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for oil shipments, sending prices higher and putting pressure on global consumers.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026
Wildlife managers keep track of the nests throughout the season and close off routes depending on the family of birds’ activity.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 1, 2024
While some have sought to close off their data from AI training — often after it’s already been taken without compensation — Wikipedia has placed few restrictions on how AI companies use its volunteer-written entries.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 6, 2024
Or that Jon Winkelried, another Goldman Sachs partner, had the nerve to close off a small road that people had been using for as long as anyone can remember?
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
