Αναζήτηση
to shut down
[phrase form: shut]
01
to make something stop working
Transitive: to shut down a device or machine
Example
The technician had to shut down the entire system for maintenance.
The IT department will shut down the servers for maintenance tonight.
She had to shut down her laptop because it was running too slowly.
02
to close a business, factory, or organization, either temporarily or permanently
Transitive: to shut down a business or factory
Example
The owner had to shut down the production temporarily for maintenance.
The pandemic-related restrictions caused the organization to shut down its physical offices.
03
to dismiss someone's ideas, proposals, or advances, often in a direct or abrupt manner
Transitive: to shut down an idea or proposal
Example
The team lead shut down the irrelevant discussions to focus on the main agenda.
The supervisor shut down the unauthorized project to maintain control.
The manager shut down the proposal, stating it was n't feasible.
Παράδειγμα
The technician had to shut down the entire system for maintenance.
The IT department will shut down the servers for maintenance tonight.
She had to shut down her laptop because it was running too slowly.
She had to shut down the noisy machine to hear the phone call.
