safety fuse
Britishnoun
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a slow-burning fuse for igniting detonators from a distance
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an electrical fuse that protects a circuit from overloading
Example Sentences
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It became apparent upon inspecting the ship that oil had moved internally into tanks not designed to hold it, presenting "a huge safety issue" and "risk of explosion".
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026
City officials and neighbors warn of a glaring safety issue.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025
There are exceptions if the repair cost is high or the safety issue is severe.
From Barron's • Oct. 30, 2025
I’m sure they will tell me this is a health issue and not a safety issue, but honestly, I’m not sure having passed out pilots and flight attendants inflight is a great idea.
From The Wall Street Journal • Sep. 14, 2025
He decided that the tie might present a safety issue.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
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