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to make something stop working
to close a business, factory, or organization, either temporarily or permanently
to dismiss someone's ideas, proposals, or advances, often in a direct or abrupt manner
to pass or overtake another vehicle, often quickly or decisively
What does "to shut down" mean in driving slang?
It is used to describe passing or overtaking another vehicle, often quickly or decisively, especially in street racing or competitive driving contexts. People typically say "I shut him down on the highway" or "She shut down that Mustang" when winning a race or making an aggressive pass. The term originated in American street racing and car enthusiast slang during the late 20th century, later spreading into casual driving conversation.
