Cerca
to close down
[phrase form: close]
01
chiudere
(of a business, shop, company, etc.) to no longer be open or operating, particularly permanently
Intransitive
Example
The restaurant had to close down due to financial difficulties and a decline in customer traffic.
The government ordered the unsafe factory to close down immediately to protect workers ' safety.
The company decided to close down its manufacturing plant, leading to job losses for many employees.
1.1
chiudere, fermare
to bring a business, operation, or establishment to an end
Transitive: to close down a business
Example
Many small businesses unfortunately closed down during the economic downturn.
The local factory unexpectedly closed down, leaving workers without jobs.
The restaurant closed down due to unforeseen circumstances, disappointing its loyal customers.
Esempio
The restaurant had to close down due to financial difficulties and a decline in customer traffic.
The government ordered the unsafe factory to close down immediately to protect workers' safety.
The company decided to close down its manufacturing plant, leading to job losses for many employees.
The old bookstore, unable to compete with online retailers, had no choice but to close down.
The decision to close down the local branch was met with disappointment from the community, as it had been a longstanding part of the neighborhood.
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