Lapse and Shutdown

Lapse

Lapse noun - The stopping of a process or activity.
Usage example: wasn't bothered by the lapse of her membership at the health club

Shutdown and lapse are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Shutdown" instead a noun "Lapse".

Nearby Words: lapsed, lapsing, lapsus

Shutdown

Shutdown noun - The stopping of a process or activity.
Usage example: the factory resumed operation after a brief shutdown for repairs
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Synonyms for Shutdown

Lapse and shutdown are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lapse" instead a noun "Shutdown".

Nearby Words: shut, shutting
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