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store closure
NounSuru VerbTransitive VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. closing up shop (for the day)
  2. 2. stopping business
A noun and verb meaning the closing of a store, either for the day or permanently. It is commonly seen on signs outside shops and is also used to describe a business shutting down for good.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

We're sorry, but we are currently closed.

Sentence 2

Are you sure you've got the closing time right?

Sentence 3

I stopped by after work and they were already closed — I could cry!

Sentence 4

I was so busy that before I knew it, it was already closing time!

Sentence 5

I did not see that closure coming — I just didn't know what to do with myself!