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US/ʃʌt/
UK/ʃʌt/
to close something such as a door, window or box, or to become closed
In context
Please shut the window; it is getting cold in here.
The shop on our street shuts at six on weekdays.
He shut his eyes and tried to fall asleep.
Words that go with shut
verb + noun
- shut the doorCould you shut the door behind you?
- shut your eyesShut your eyes and make a wish.
- shut the windowShut the window before you leave.
verb + adverb
- shut downThe factory will shut down next year.
- shut tightShe shut the lid tight.
- shut upThe neighbors told us to shut up.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Can you shut the TV, please?Correct: Can you turn off the TV, please?