The A to Z English Podcast
A to Z Quick Tips 24 | shut down, shut out, and shut up
Sep 11, 2023
Hosts discuss the meanings and usage of expressions shut down, shut out, and shut up. Emphasis on appropriateness in different settings and alternatives to use.
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Quick takeaways
- Shut down means stopping or putting a stop to something, like stopping a commotion or closing a business.
- Shut out means isolating oneself, cutting off communication and excluding others, while shut up is used to tell someone to be quiet or stop talking.
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Shut Down
Shut down means to stop or put a stop to something. It can refer to stopping a commotion or preventing something from getting out of control. For example, if a dog starts barking, you can shut it down before it becomes uncontrollable. It can also mean closing or stopping the operation of a device or business. For instance, you can shut down a computer or a store.
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