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To move something into position so that an opening or passage is covered or blocked.

• Please close the heavy wooden door behind you so the draft stays out.

To bring an activity, business transaction, or event to a final end.

• The negotiators worked through the night to close the multibillion-dollar merger deal.

To stop operating or being open to the public, either temporarily or permanently.

• The corner pharmacy will close its doors permanently at the end of the month.