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Circuit

usgb/ˈsɜːrkɪt/Volume
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Technical Use

Mainly used in technical or scientific discussions.

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Ensure that the integrated circuit in the device is handled properly.
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Not Always Visible

'Circuit' might refer to complex, hidden paths inside devices.

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The smartphone's performance relies on its micro-circuits.
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Common Pairings

Often appears with 'breaker' to mean a safety device in power systems.

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When the power surge happened, the circuit breaker tripped.
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