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VocabJLPT N1

closing a business

NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

1. discontinuation (of business)
2. closing down

This noun and verb (する) refers to closing down or discontinuing a business permanently. It is used when a company or individual officially ceases their business operations, distinguishing it from a temporary closure.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

A popular restaurant that can never get a reservation is really closing down?

Sentence 2

"Even after I close, I'll never forget the faces of my regulars," the owner said.

Sentence 3

If the contract suspensions continue, we could be looking at closure in the worst case.

Sentence 4

"Even if you close the business, you're still you," my friend said.

Sentence 5

If your business plan is too optimistic, you could be forced to close within a few years.