Door closed shut.

Meaning: This means that the movable panel or barrier that is used to close off an entrance to a building or a room moved or was caused to move so as to cover an opening firmly. It's like saying, The entrance was sealed tightly.

Choice of Words: Door is a noun that refers to a movable panel or barrier that is used to close off an entrance to a building or a room. Closed is the past tense of the verb 'close', which means to move or cause to move so as to cover an opening. Shut is an adjective that means closed firmly.

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Door slammed shut.

Meaning: This means that the door was closed with force, making a loud noise, and is now completely closed, blocking access to the space behind it. It's like saying, The door was closed with a loud bang and is now fully closed.

Choice of Words: Door refers to the movable barrier at the entrance of a room, building, or vehicle, which is used to open and close the entrance. Slammed means to close the door with force, causing a loud noise. Shut is used to emphasize that the door is completely closed and secured.

Door creaked shut.

Meaning: This means that the door made a high-pitched, squeaky sound as it was closed and is now completely closed, blocking access to the space behind it. It's like saying, The door made a squeaky sound as it was closed and is now fully closed.

Choice of Words: Door refers to the movable barrier at the entrance of a room, building, or vehicle, which is used to open and close the entrance. Creaked means to make a high-pitched, squeaky sound, often associated with old or rusty objects. Shut is used to emphasize that the door is completely closed and secured.

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