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Blackout

usgb/ˈblækaʊt/Volume
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Unexpected Event

Blackouts are often unplanned. People use this term when the electricity goes off suddenly.

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We were watching a movie when a blackout occurred.
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Temporary Problem

A blackout usually lasts for a short time and is not permanent.

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The blackout lasted just long enough to ruin our dinner plans.
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