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as in shuts
to position (something) so as to prevent passage through an opening
be sure to close the gate when you leave
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2
as in closes (down)
to stop the operations of
the merchant will close the store if business doesn't improve
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as in ends
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point
we'll close the assembly with the singing of our national anthem
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as in expires
to come to an end
the services closed with a short prayer
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as in comes
to come near or nearer
the two groups closed with each other from opposite sides of the field
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as in courtyards
an open space wholly or partly enclosed (as by buildings or walls)
a garden in a close at the center of the complex
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as in halts
the stopping of a process or activity
at the close of the evening
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as in endings
the last part of a process or action
managed to conduct the negotiations to a satisfactory close
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Recent Examples of closes
Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
But with Ranger Suarez likely to depart in free agency this winter, the team might be looking to reload with another frontline starter, particularly as their championship window closes.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The verdict of the Specialized Criminal Court in the city of Banska Bystrica closes a trial that began in July and whose main question was whether Cintula, who admitted shooting Fico, was guilty of terrorism or less serious crimes of murder or attack.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Kaufman closes the door, and Beer walks away, visibly upset.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
When one door closes, another opens.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
Intel is set to report earnings after the market closes.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
University closes league with games against Woodbridge and Katella.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The song’s remix, featuring Mexican heavy hitters Luis R Conriquez, Oscar Maydon, Alemán and Victor Mendivil, closes Discontrol.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2025
Digging deeper, Visa stock is trading within striking distance of its 12-month moving average, after spending at least 80% of the last 20 monthly closes above this trendline.
—Schaeffer's Investment Research, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, a state with a latent nuclear program presents a ripe target for adversaries and counterproliferators seeking to prevent weaponization who may be tempted to act swiftly before the window to do so closes and the state can plausibly threaten nuclear retaliation.
—Vipin Narang, Foreign Affairs, 5 Sep. 2025
Delta will announce the winning destination within 30 days after voting closes.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2025
Final results will be announced about 30 days after voting closes.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 20 Aug. 2025
The Loons have two vacant U22 spots available before the transfer window closes.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 19 Aug. 2025
If the deal with Universal closes, executive VP of production development Jay Polidoro and director of development Tony Ducret will oversee the project for the studio.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
As 2024 closes, taxpayers are looking to the next year—only, the 2025 tax year is likely to be anything but typical.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Once the market closes, the company will issue a brief advisory with a link to its third-quarter results and guidance, which will be available on the company’s investor relations website.
—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 22 Oct. 2025
But with Ranger Suarez likely to depart in free agency this winter, the team might be looking to reload with another frontline starter, particularly as their championship window closes.
—Peter Chawaga, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The verdict of the Specialized Criminal Court in the city of Banska Bystrica closes a trial that began in July and whose main question was whether Cintula, who admitted shooting Fico, was guilty of terrorism or less serious crimes of murder or attack.
—Reuters, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2025
Kaufman closes the door, and Beer walks away, visibly upset.
—Jack Irvin, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
When one door closes, another opens.
—Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Oct. 2025
Intel is set to report earnings after the market closes.
—Fred Imbert, CNBC, 19 Oct. 2025
University closes league with games against Woodbridge and Katella.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025
The song’s remix, featuring Mexican heavy hitters Luis R Conriquez, Oscar Maydon, Alemán and Victor Mendivil, closes Discontrol.
—Griselda Flores, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2025
Noun
Both stock benchmarks finished Friday with record-high closes.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 25 Oct. 2025
Digging deeper, Visa stock is trading within striking distance of its 12-month moving average, after spending at least 80% of the last 20 monthly closes above this trendline.
—Schaeffer's Investment Research, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
On the contrary, a state with a latent nuclear program presents a ripe target for adversaries and counterproliferators seeking to prevent weaponization who may be tempted to act swiftly before the window to do so closes and the state can plausibly threaten nuclear retaliation.
—Vipin Narang, Foreign Affairs, 5 Sep. 2025
Delta will announce the winning destination within 30 days after voting closes.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2025
Final results will be announced about 30 days after voting closes.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 20 Aug. 2025
The Loons have two vacant U22 spots available before the transfer window closes.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 19 Aug. 2025
If the deal with Universal closes, executive VP of production development Jay Polidoro and director of development Tony Ducret will oversee the project for the studio.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Aug. 2025
As 2024 closes, taxpayers are looking to the next year—only, the 2025 tax year is likely to be anything but typical.
—Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for closes
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In response, the man quickly gets into the backseat of a nearby car and shuts the door.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Israel has controlled the bridge since that war and shuts it on religious holidays, or because of security concerns.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
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Incumbent Eric Adams will serve the remainder of his term in office, which ends on December 31, 2025.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Waitsfield After passing through Hancock, Route 100 technically ends, but keep going for a few more miles on the Mad River Byway, which is also a part of the scenic byway.—
Megan Margulies,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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The licenses will be valid for up to one year unless the applicant’s visa expires sooner.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Extra financial help with premiums - in the form of enhanced tax credits - expires in December, and rates are going up.—
NPR,
NPR,
26 Oct. 2025
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It’s made of mold- and mildew-resistant acacia wood and comes with plush, colorful cushions that are comfortable and supportive.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
27 Oct. 2025
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It is not accredited by any major zoo or sanctuary associations, which is voluntary and comes with stricter welfare and conservation standards.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Week 8 of the NFL season concludes with the Washington Commanders visiting the Kansas City Chiefs on Monday Night Football.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Dudik concludes that incorporating graphene as an ion-to-electron transducer enables electrodes to deliver exceptional sensitivity, reproducibility, and overall robustness.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Oct. 2025
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The first death happens when the heart stops beating and the brain stops working.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
23 Oct. 2025
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The film has played HorrorHound, Cinema Scares and Bloody Mirror, with more festival stops on deck.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
23 Oct. 2025
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As Melissa approaches Jamaica, the imagery offers a dramatic reminder of the storm’s scale and potential impact.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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This discipline also extends to how Vessel approaches acquisitions, where rather than buying businesses to erase and rebrand its foundation, the Francos explore ways to strengthen what already exists, preserving community trust and integrity while enhancing service.—
Sixteen Ramos,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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Redditors report that finishes often flake off, scratch easily, or discolor with regular cleaning.—
Lauren Bengtson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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Even in JSerra finishes 3-7, its power rating on HSratings could be high enough to claim an at-large spot in Division 2.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Closes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closes. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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