are shutting
- present progressive of shut.
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Many oil producers in the Gulf are shutting down production.
From Barron's ● Mar. 10, 2026
The shock waves have been felt from the Middle East, where big producers like Kuwait are shutting down, to American highways, where drivers are facing higher prices at the pump.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 7, 2026
She added: "While other tourist towns are shutting down, we are getting going again with the Illuminations."
From BBC ● Nov. 29, 2024
Bush is often on the road, looking in on places that are shutting down so that he can assess their equipment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2024
As I pass into the hall, I feel like parts of me are shutting down.
From "Popcorn" by Rob Harrell
