close out
Britishverb
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Also, close something out . Dispose of a stock of goods; end a business. For example, We are closing out all our china , or They've decided to close out their downtown branch . This expression is most often used in business and commerce but occasionally refers to other matters. [Late 1800s]
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close someone out . Prevent someone's entry or inclusion, as in No one will tell us about the merger—we've been closed out . [Second half of 1900s]
Example Sentences
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Canada’s economy shrank as it closed out 2025, yet still managed to show resilience against the U.S. administration’s protectionist shift.
And as the landmark trial closes out its first month, gender has emerged as a dividing — and perhaps decisive — factor in the case.
From Los Angeles Times
Using a pitch mix that included a fastball that sat at 97 mph, Glasnow struck out the side in the first inning before recording another strikeout to close out the second.
From Los Angeles Times
Orlando closed out the third quarter hard and got to within 80-79 entering the fourth.
From Los Angeles Times
Given the stock has declined 17% from my initial bearish call and met its projected move, it makes sense to close out the position here.
From Barron's
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