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to shut up
[phrase form: shut]
Examples
As soon as the movie started, the audience gradually shut up.
02
to make someone stop talking
Examples
The librarian shut up the noisy group in the reading area.
03
to confine something or someone in a way that prevents movement or escape
Examples
The police officer shut up the suspect in a holding cell for questioning.
shut up
01
used as a forceful command telling someone to stop talking or be quiet
Informal
Offensive
Examples
Shut up already – nobody wants to hear your excuses.
shut up
01
closely confined
