shutoff
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
But consumers who fall behind can face a shutoff once the moratorium ends at the end of March.
From Barron's ● Jan. 22, 2026
Additionally, the company said its distribution lines to the west of Eaton Canyon "were de-energized well before the reported start time of the fire" as part of its fire safety shutoff program.
From BBC ● Jan. 16, 2025
California also adopted stricter requirements for oil pipelines, including more frequent inspections and automatic shutoff valves to quickly halt oil flow in the event of a rupture.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2024
California officials have joined a legal effort to restore water to the Kern River after an abrupt shutoff of water dried up the river and killed thousands of fish in Bakersfield.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 14, 2024
“How about one where the hero just flips an emergency shutoff switch?” asked Akimi.
From "Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library" by Chris Grabenstein
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word