Definitions by Arminkshipper

Encounter 

a violent incident in which a suspected criminal is killed by a member of the police, especially under controversial circumstances.

"he was shot dead in a police encounter"

Encounter by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Closeout 

a sale of goods at reduced prices to get rid of superfluous stock.

"a closeout sale"

Closeout by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Close out 

bring something to an end.

"Steve tried to close out the conversation"

Close out by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Close-in 

near to the center of a town or city.

"close-in parking"

Close-in by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Close 

the conclusion of a phrase; a cadence.

The poet skillfully crafted a haunting image with a close that lingered in the mind.

Close by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Close 

make (a data file) inaccessible after use, so that it is securely stored until required again.

"a statement is used to close a data file"

Close by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024

Sail close to the wind 

verge on indecency, dishonesty, or disaster

Here's a sentence using "sail close to the wind":

The politician's campaign ads sailed close to the wind with their negative attacks on the opponent.

Sail close to the wind by Arminkshipper July 25, 2024