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shutdown

[shuht-doun] / ˈʃʌtˌdaʊn /
NOUN
closing
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Delta said that travel demand remained strong in March, despite the airport chaos caused by the partial government shutdown and higher fares stemming from the Iran conflict.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

During the days of the shutdown, for instance, the company was able to raise $365,000 in 365 days.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Most Iranians are unable to use the internet due to a nationwide internet shutdown.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The flow of crude was reportedly affected amid a partial shutdown of the pipeline.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

“That was for the school shutdown in East Oakland.”

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro