closed (off)

Definition of closed (off)next
past tense of close (off)
as in guarded
to disallow entry into (a place) by means of a physical barrier at the entry point museum officials closed off the west wing after the fire

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guarded
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  • Looking sharp Christie said Acuff’s elite offensive skillset is getting ever stronger because he is often guarded by rookie second-round draft pick Emanuel Sharpe in practice.
    — Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Williams, Thybulle, second-year forward Adou Thiero and guard Quentin Grimes were among the players who guarded the ball full court.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
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“Closed (off).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/closed%20%28off%29. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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