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.
were short-circuiting
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past progressiveof short-circuit.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Throughout the competition, the U.S. gymnasts were so focused on their own routines and those of their teammates, they didn't notice the Russians and Chinese were short-circuiting around them.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 1, 2012
