This is the 6958th most frequent Dutch word.
afsluitingen
"Afsluitingen" means "closures" or "blockages" in English.
In this sentence, 'afsluitingen' means physical fences or barriers, illustrating the noun's usage in the context of physical objects.
De werklui installeerden nieuwe afsluitingen langs de weg.
The workers installed new fences along the road.
Here, 'afsluitingen' refers to a figurative closure or termination, showcasing its use in abstract contexts.
Na een lange dag op kantoor had zij behoefte aan afsluitingen van haar verplichtingen.
After a long day at the office, she needed a closure of her obligations.
In this context, 'afsluitingen' is used to denote road closures or blockages as a result of adverse conditions.