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Phrasal Verb - shutting off

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Raymundo CH

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Definition

  1. To turn something, such as an engine or power supply, off suddenly and completely.
  2. To prevent something, such as communication or access, from continuing.
  3. To stop doing something, especially because of a decision or an emergency.

Examples

No.Example
1After the accident, the power had to be shut off to the entire building.
2The manager shut off the water supply to the office for repairs.
3The pilot was forced to shut off the engine due to engine failure.
4My phone suddenly shut off during an important call.
5The fire department shut off the gas supply to the house.
6My computer shut down unexpectedly.
7The water main was shut off to prevent further damage.
8The company shut off production due to low demand.
9The government shut off funding for the project.
10The electricity was shut off for non-payment of bills.