Check and Shutoff

Check

Check noun - The stopping of a process or activity.
Usage example: the announcement of bad news gave a sudden check to the celebration

Shutoff and check are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shutoff" instead a noun "Check".

Shutoff

Shutoff noun - The stopping of a process or activity.
Usage example: the utility company threatened them with the shutoff of electricity if the bills weren't paid
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Synonyms for Shutoff

Check and shutoff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Check" instead a noun "Shutoff".
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