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close with

British  
/ kləʊz /

verb

  1. (intr, preposition) to engage in battle with (an enemy)

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Micron Technology surpassed a $500 billion market capitalization for the first time at Tuesday’s market close, with investors feeling more excited heading into the company’s earnings report.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

The comments sent stocks surging into the close, with investors seemingly worried about missing out on any post-war rally.

From Barron's • Mar. 9, 2026

With a name now decided, their first headline tour has 13 dates and will close with two London performances at the end of the month.

From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026

In an interview published Friday, O’Brien said he and his wife were very close with the couple, describing them as “just such lovely people.”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

He lured them close with little bits of the cookies.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton