short-circuited

past tense of short-circuit

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of short-circuited California’s executive order short-circuited this process. Mark Dalton, Oc Register, 12 Aug. 2025 Wilson led a field goal drive on his only possession that was short-circuited by two penalties against left tackle James Hudson III. Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 9 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for short-circuited
Verb
  • The investigation has been hampered by peculiar challenges, though, perhaps none greater than the fact that the entire city in which the crime occurred has vanished.
    Denver Nicks, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2025
  • Dry conditions have hampered quail reproduction across parts of Arizona, leading to concerns about future populations.
    Brandon Loomis, AZCentral.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Additionally, debris removal took place, including significant debris that impeded roadways and public spaces, and damage occurred to water control facilities, utilities and parks and recreation facilities.
    Cathy Kozlowicz, jsonline.com, 28 Aug. 2025
  • The rare move highlighted the administration's combative stance toward jurists who impeded its immigration policies.
    Gabe Whisnant, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Trump criticized Powell for raising rates during his first term, arguing that such actions hindered economic growth.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Sep. 2025
  • In Wind River, the investigation into Natalie's death is hindered by a troubling legal gap.
    Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Lottery seats may be partially obstructed.
    Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Ogles launched a congressional probe into O’Connell, claiming his administration obstructed ICE operations.
    Vivian Jones, Nashville Tennessean, 4 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • After the Detroit Tigers embarrassed them in two games, outscoring them 23-3 earlier this week, the Yankees have won the first two games of their series against the Boston Red Sox.
    Chris Kirschner, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2025
  • We wouldn’t be embarrassed by it, nor would the audience.
    Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 12 Sep. 2025

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“Short-circuited.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/short-circuited. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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