shut in
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Crude futures rose for a third consecutive session as a renewed exchange of fire between the U.S. and Iran raised tension and concerns that oil will be shut in for longer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
Middle Eastern countries have shut in over 11 million barrels of daily oil production, and 20% of global oil flow is halted.
From Barron's • May 6, 2026
“With wells shut in and damage to natural-gas infrastructure, we’ll have longer-lasting impacts that will prop up the price of oil for at least a few months to come.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 28, 2026
She said she had been able to buy basic goods, such as bread, flour and sugar, from a shop inside the facility, although it has been shut in recent days.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
“I hope he doesn’t,” said Abra, and she clapped her mouth shut in astonishment at having said it.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
