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verb

ˈklōz- How to pronounce close out (audio)
Definition of close outnext
1
as in to end
to bring (an event) to a natural or appropriate stopping point the team closed out the season with major losses

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2
as in to exclude
to prevent the participation, consideration, or inclusion of don't assume an attitude that closes out any possibility of a compromise

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3
as in to shut
to stop the operations of failing health forced the cardiologist to close out his practice

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closeout

2 of 2

noun

as in clearance

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Recent Examples of close out
Verb
The Lakers have Saturday off then have two more games in San Francisco to close out the California Classic. — Oc Register, 4 July 2026 July begins to close out with a tense opposition between the sun and Pluto retrograde, while also joining outer planets Neptune and Uranus. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026
Noun
And better in July to learn about NBA-level closeout speed and athleticism, as well as what shots are the right shots, than when the games count. — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 6 July 2026 Both Brunson and Knicks coach Mike Brown screamed at the referees for not calling a foul on Wembanyama, which could have been ruled a flagrant closeout. — Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 14 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for close out
Recent Examples of Synonyms for close out
  1. end
  2. exclude
  3. shut
  4. clearance
  5. finish
  6. ban
  7. close
  8. bargain
Verb
  • Despite an energized crowd, the US fell short against Belgium 4-1, ending a wild run for the host country.
    — Doug Duran, Mercury News, 7 July 2026
  • Romelu Lukaku scored the fourth goal just at the end of stoppage time, and ending the USMNT’s dreams.
    — Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
Definition of end
Verb
  • Part of the Department of Education's initial policy, which has now been reversed, was excluding nursing programs from the professional definitions.
    — Madeline Luebkert, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • The housing bill, formally called the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, can still become law if Trump neither signs it nor vetoes it in 10 days, excluding Sundays.
    — Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Definition of exclude
Verb
  • While our eyes were nearly shut watching this next stunt, Cruise insisted his be wide open.
    — Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • Just pop a clove inside, shut it, and twist until it’s minced to your liking.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 July 2026
Definition of shut
Noun
  • The traditional image of goalkeepers launching long clearances has disappeared, replaced by players who initiate attacks from the back.
    — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Pottery Barn has furniture discounts up to 70 percent, plus an extra 20 percent off select clearance items.
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026
Definition of clearance
Verb
  • That was a 2019 Bahamas Bowl loss in Will Healy’s first season at Charlotte, which finished 7-6 for the 49ers’ lone winning season since elevating to the FBS in 2015.
    — Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • His youngest daughter is now among the six candidates in the special election that will decide who finishes his term.
    — Tia Mitchell, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of finish
Verb
  • A number of Russian regions have banned the use of large canisters that hold around five gallons to prevent fuel hoarding.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Twenty-seven states currently have laws banning trans girls and women from participating against cisgender women and girls.
    — Lindsay Schnell, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of ban
Verb
  • No students or staff were in the building when the remains were uncovered, as school ended for the summer on Friday and the school was closed for construction, police said.
    — Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026
  • Seeking to close a $12 billion budget shortfall last year, the governor hoped to cut over $750 million from the state’s payroll expenses in salaries and wages.
    — William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of close
Noun
  • Home prices in the nation are falling, making way for potential bargains—but only the wealthiest foreigners can afford to move there.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 2 July 2026
  • Some of that advantage comes from a bargain few would defend out loud.
    — Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
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“Close out.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/close%20out. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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