close down

Frequency: 8.525.0 per million words

Phrasal verb meaning to permanently stop operating a business.

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Examples (10)

  • The old factory was forced to close down after decades of operation.
  • Due to rising costs, the owners decided to close down their family-run bakery.
  • Many small businesses have had to close down because of the economic downturn.
  • If sales don't improve, we'll have to close down this branch.
  • There are rumors that the local cinema is going to close down.
  • The government threatened to close down any company violating the new environmental laws.
  • After the founder retired, the company was officially closed down.
  • It's a shame to see so many historic pubs close down.
  • The tech startup had to close down after failing to secure a second round of funding.
  • They are considering closing down their operations in Europe to cut costs.