Shut
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Physical Action
Often involves manually closing something with your hands or body. Could you shut the trunk of the car?
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Completion
Implies an action is fully finished, like securing a lid tightly. Please shut the jar properly; the lid is loose.
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Safety Concern
Can imply safety, preventing harm by closing something. Shut the gate so the dog doesn't run into the street.