short circuit
noun
an abnormal, usually unintentional condition of relatively low resistance between two points of different potential in a circuit, usually resulting in a flow of excess current.
short-circuits
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present tense formof short-circuit (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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The sales process likely short-circuits an alternative WBD plan next year to spin off its old-style TV assets, hoping to make its remaining assets more attractive to potential buyers like Apple, Amazon and Netflix.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 24, 2025
Beyond that, the decision short-circuits the careful development of the law of PLCAA.
From Slate ● Jun. 6, 2025
Some scooters began catching fire which, auto experts say, was likely due to short-circuits or faulty battery management system.
From BBC ● Apr. 17, 2025
This effectively short-circuits brain electrical activity and compromises function.
From Salon ● Mar. 12, 2024
This short-circuits one of the armature-coils, as G. The other coil F is out of circuit and open.
From The inventions, researches and writings of Nikola Tesla With special reference to his work in polyphase currents and high potential lighting by Thomas Commerford Martin
