close
verb (used with object)
to put (something) in a position to obstruct an entrance, opening, etc.; shut.
closes
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present tense formof close (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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It is scheduled to report fiscal third-quarter results after the stock market closes on Tuesday.
From Barron's ● Oct. 20, 2026
Although the final sale price came in well below Paul’s original nearly $10 million asking price, the transaction officially closes the chapter on the actor’s ownership of one of Los Angeles’ most storied celebrity homes.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 13, 2026
They added that they wanted to make sure the growth was "delivered responsibly and sustainably" for the people living closes to the site.
From BBC ● Oct. 8, 2026
Skydance shares fall after the big deal closes.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
“I should have done a simpler costume,” I say after Sue closes the door.
From "Muffled" by Jennifer Gennari
