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short circuit

Idiom Cyber

Meaning

to cause a sudden failure; to interrupt a process abruptly

Example Sentences

"A small mistake short-circuited the entire project."

Related Expressions

burn bridges

to destroy relationships or connections permanently

on the fast track

advancing quickly in a career or project

born poor, die rich

to start life poor but become rich through hard work

wear down

to gradually weaken someone or something

out of shape

to be unfit or unhealthy due to lack of exercise

go over

to review or discuss something thoroughly