closing
Americannoun
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the end or conclusion, as of a speech.
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something that closes; a fastening, as of a purse.
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the final phase of a transaction, especially the meeting at which procedures are carried out in the execution of a contract for the sale of real estate.
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an act or instance of failing or going bankrupt.
an increase in bank closings.
adjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of closing
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at close, -ing 1
Vocabulary lists containing closing
Lessons 2–3
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Century 21 Accounting, 9e, Chapters 8-10
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Example Sentences
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Astera Labs soared 17%, putting it on pace for a record closing high.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
The company is overhauling operations, discontinuing games, closing studios, and cutting jobs to restore profitability.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
Nvidia rose 1.8% ahead of the artificial-intelligence chip maker’s first-quarter earnings due after the closing bell Wednesday.
From Barron's • May 20, 2026
Sherritt’s shares have dropped 52% so far this month, last closing in Toronto Tuesday at C$0.12.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 20, 2026
The Russian Army, the Red Army we called it, was closing in on us from the east.
From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo
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