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Closing

7 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Present participle of close; the act of shutting or bringing to an end. It can also refer to the final part or conclusion of something, or approaching nearer to someone or something.

The shop is closing early today for staff training.

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Contains -ING ending; watch for the CLOS- root pattern

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Scrabble

Worth 10 points; present participle with versatile usage

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