How to Pronounce "close out"
expression
ˈkɫoʊs/, /ˈkɫoʊz/ /ˈaʊt
KLOHS-out, KLOHZ-out
kləʊz/ /ˈaʊt
KLOHZ-owt
Definition
To finish or bring something to a complete end, especially by selling off remaining goods or finalizing an activity. Often used for ending sales, projects, or sports matches.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫoʊs/, /ˈkɫoʊz/ /ˈaʊt
British English
kləʊz/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLOHS-out, KLOHZ-out
UK
KLOHZ-owt
Listen in Context
The store will close out all summer items next week.
We need to close out this project by Friday.
The game was tough, but they managed to close out with a win.
We’re having a huge close out sale—everything must go!