shut

Example Sentences

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In the heat of the day it is best to keep your windows shut and blinds or curtains closed.

From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026

Several said they would switch insurers if their agent’s office shut as a result of the planned changes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026

But Swift and Kelce were warmly welcomed by the city, which provided police protection and shut down traffic around the arena on their behalf.

From Salon • Jul. 8, 2026

Their lawsuit also claims that when an account is shut down for dangerous behavior, OpenAI instructs the individual on how to resume usage, including tips on how to circumvent the 30-day suspension period.

From Barron's • Jul. 7, 2026

She shut the door before she lumbered down the hall.

From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu