close off

verb

closed off; closing off; closes off
Synonyms of close offnext
: to not allow (something) to be used for a period of time : close
The city closed off the beach to tourists.
Half of the museum was closed off while they made the changes.
—sometimes used figuratively
He closes himself off to new experiences.

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The construction that’s been shutting down lanes and closing off Merv Griffin Way since last year may just turn out to be the future location of Jeff Bezos‘ new digs. — Benjamin Svetkey, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026 He’s been closely guarded and closed off from the world since, as Russia has sought to secure a relationship with the new regime led by President Ahmed al Sharaa. — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 11 Aug. 2026 Aerial footage showed a large law enforcement presence on Sunset Boulevard, which appeared to be closed off to traffic. — Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 French doors allow it to be closed off from the rest of the house for times when privacy and freedom from distractions are needed. — James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for close off

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“Close off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/close%20off. Accessed 17 Aug. 2026.

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