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"office will be closed" vs "office will close"

These two phrases are very similar and can often be used interchangeably. The "office will close" might mean that an office will close at a specific time, while the "office will be closed" does not indicate this as strongly.

Last Updated: December 10, 2017

office will be closed

This is correct

This phrase explains that an office will not be open during a period of time.

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Some examples from our editors:

  • I want to renew my passport, but the passport office will be closed tomorrow.
  • Do you know if the office will be closed next week?

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • The office will not be open

office will close

This is correct

This phrase explains that an office, previously open, will close.

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Some examples from our editors:

  • The office will close at 5 pm, so please remember to arrive before then.
  • I don't know when the office will close; maybe you should call.

Some alternatives from our editors:

  • The office is going to close

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