Meaning of the word "a door must be either shut or open" in English
What does "a door must be either shut or open" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
a door must be either shut or open
US /ə dɔːr mʌst biː ˈiːðər ʃʌt ɔːr ˈoʊpən/
UK /ə dɔː mʌst biː ˈaɪðə ʃʌt ɔːr ˈəʊpən/
Idiom
used to say that there are only two possible ways to behave or two possible states, and one must choose between them
Example:
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You can't keep delaying your decision; a door must be either shut or open.
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In this business, a door must be either shut or open; you are either with us or against us.