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Shutdown

usgb/ˈʃʌtdaʊn/Volume
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Industrial ContextPlay
Used to describe a planned or emergency stop in industrial operations. SlideThe factory's shutdown affected the supply chain.
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Temporary NaturePlay
Often implies that the stoppage is not permanent but for a specific period. SlideThe equipment will be on shutdown for maintenance this weekend.
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May imply reasons such as updates, repairs, or energy saving and subsequent consequences. SlideThe planned shutdown is to install new software.