Lapse and Shutoff

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

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

Nearby Words: lapsed, lapsing, lapsus

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

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