Synonyms of shutoffs

shutoffs

noun

plural of shutoff

as in cessations

the stopping of a process or activity

the utility company threatened them with the shutoff of electricity if the bills weren't paid

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cessations
• halts
• endings
• closures
• shutdowns
• ends
• stoppages
• conclusions
• closes
• cutoffs
• discontinuances
• terminations
• arrests
• stops
• ceases
• offsets
• expirations
• finishes
• discontinuations
• lapses
• stays
• checks
• arrestments
• closedowns
• suspensions
• surceases
• pauses
• interruptions
• phaseouts
• layoffs
• moratoriums
• standstills
• mop-ups
• breaks
• abeyances
• letups

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• continuations
• continuances
• extensions
• prolongations
• persistences

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of shutoffs

Conditions could still change before the latest shutoffs begin. — Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026

Malibu residents may face power shutoffs, while coastal temperatures in the 90s bring a risk of heat illness through Saturday. — Terry Castleman, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Bongiardina said the commissioners could include financial compensation for customers in an upcoming rulemaking for Xcel’s public safety power shutoffs. — Noelle Phillips, Denver Post, 26 Sep. 2026

Ratepayers can sign up for updates about shutoffs in their area or at a specific address on the PG&E site. — Sacbee.com, 14 Sep. 2026

While some states prohibit shutoffs throughout the hot summer months, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, which regulates utilities in the state, allows them, so long as the heat index is under 101 degrees. — Scott Horsley, NPR, 26 Aug. 2026

Freezing temperatures will pause shutoffs The Oklahoma Corporation Commission also has a rule that prohibits electric shutoffs when the temperature is expected to drop below 32 degrees any time in the next 24 hours. — Dale Denwalt, Oklahoman, 25 Aug. 2026