shut
verb (used with object)
to put (a door, cover, etc.) in position to close or obstruct.
will shut
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future tenseof shut.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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"I've got nothing to say right now. After my fight I think they will shut up," she said.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
"I thought, 'My God, I will shut the door'. Then, five minutes later, there was banging at the door. They said, 'Take your money, take your cards and get out'," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 11, 2026
On top of that, New York Penn Station will shut down all other outbound New Jersey trains beginning four hours before each of the eight matches being hosted at MetLife.
From Salon ● Jun. 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Unified School District spring sports programs will shut down on Tuesday if three unions go through with their threat to go out on strike unless a settlement is reached.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 8, 2026
I can’t tell, though, whether they’re pleased because it’s a perfect match or because now Carrie will shut up about it.
From "Every Day" by David Levithan
