Closing Off (Noun)
Meaning
The act of isolating something; setting something apart from others.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The closing off of the infected area was necessary to prevent the spread of the disease.
- The new policy of closing off certain sections of the library during exams was unpopular among students.
- The team's decision to close off the upper deck of the stadium was made due to low ticket sales.
- The closing off of the disputed territories was a major point of contention in the peace negotiations.
- The environmental organization's efforts to close off the area around the endangered species' habitat were successful in protecting the animals.