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blackout

[blak-out] / ˈblækˌaʊt /
NOUN
temporary unconsciousness
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This scenario was behind a massive blackout in 2003 in North America.

From BBC • Jul. 1, 2026

When Boesky introduced Bowman, the organizer stated that the blackout rules prevented Bowman from addressing monetary policy matters, this person said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 19, 2026

“But we’re not going into a Fed blackout, in terms of conversation or communication.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 12, 2026

Caplin said the league is not interested in waiving blackout rules on a team-by-team basis, even for those teams whose rights no longer are held by a cable or satellite entity.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Somehow, having Frank with her during the blackout had helped.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan




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