shutoff

Example Sentences

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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

A sudden shutoff of water supplies has dried up the Kern River in Bakersfield, leaving thousands of dead fish on the parched riverbed.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2024

Compton blamed local officials and said she suspects the water shutoff is linked to efforts by city workers to dismantle encampments and drive away homeless people.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 19, 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