Shut/slam the door in somebody’s face

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verb

To rudely end a conversation or interaction.

When I asked her about her day, she just shut the door in my face and walked away.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To rudely end a conversation or interaction

Often appears as...

  • she immediately shut the door in my face
  • don't just shut the door in my face

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb

To not give someone an opportunity.

I applied for the job, but they slammed the door in my face.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To not give someone an opportunity

Often appears as...

  • the company just slammed the door in my face
  • i had the experience

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb

To not allow someone to voice their opinion or argument.

He slammed the door in my face and didn't allow me to explain.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To not allow someone to voice their opinion or argument

Often appears as...

  • she refused to listen and shut the door in my face
  • in the middle of my statement

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb

To rudely end a conversation or interaction.

When I asked her about her day, she just shut the door in my face and walked away.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To rudely end a conversation or interaction

Often appears as...

  • she immediately shut the door in my face
  • don't just shut the door in my face

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb

To not give someone an opportunity.

I applied for the job, but they slammed the door in my face.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To not give someone an opportunity

Often appears as...

  • the company just slammed the door in my face
  • i had the experience

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

verb

To not allow someone to voice their opinion or argument.

He slammed the door in my face and didn't allow me to explain.
Visual representation of "shut/slam the door in somebody’s face" - To not allow someone to voice their opinion or argument

Often appears as...

  • she refused to listen and shut the door in my face
  • in the middle of my statement

Usage tips

Disapproving

Idiomatic

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Emotional Impact

This expression conveys strong negativity or rejection, used when feelings are hurt.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
I just wanted to help, but she shut the door in my face.
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Informal Context

It's usually used in informal situations among acquaintances, friends, or family.

Illustration for Informal Context
Whenever I try to offer advice, he just slams the door in my face.
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Not Literal

Often not a physical action; it's metaphorical for ending a conversation abruptly.

Illustration for Not Literal
She mentioned her opinion, and everyone shut the door in her face.
Visual representation of the word "Shut/slam the door in somebody’s face"

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