shut down

1. See close down , def. 1.

2. Stop or switch off machinery, as in They shut down all the machines for one week a year . [Late 1800s]

Example Sentences

Japan itself shut down all of its reactors in the immediate aftermath, and only 12 have since restarted.

From BBC

On 4 November, the prime minister announced plans to create a new Border Security Command, which the government say will have enhanced powers to trace suspected traffickers and shut down their bank accounts.

From BBC

Since Panorama’s initial investigation, the school and gym have shut down, and three former school employees have been charged with offences including assault and abusive behaviour.

From BBC

Critics see this policy proposal as an effort to whitewash history, limit diverse perspectives and shut down discussion of controversial topics.

From Los Angeles Times

Xi shut down the area and took Trump on a tour of the imperial quarters, every moment broadcast live on state TV.

From BBC