No. 3,031 in Russian
закрыть
To close.
In a sentence
Я закрыл дверь, чтобы никто не мог войти.
I closed the door so that no one could enter.
The word 'закрыл' (closed) describes the action of shutting the door, likely for privacy or security.
Мы решили закрыть магазин на время ремонта.
We decided to close the store for the duration of the renovation.
The word 'закрыть' (to close) is used here to indicate the temporary cessation of business operations.
Её улыбка закрыла в себе всю её радость.
Her smile encapsulated all her joy.
The word 'закрыла' (encapsulated) metaphorically expresses containing or encompassing an emotion or feeling.
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