power failure
nounUK /ˈpaʊə ˌfeɪljə/
US /ˈpaʊər ˌfeɪljər/
A power failure is when the electricity suddenly stops working.
The storm caused a power failure, so we used candles all evening.
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2. A sudden breakdown of a machine or system so that it stops working.
A power failure in the engine forced the plane to land.
3. A loss of strength or ability in a person or group.
The team suffered a power failure in the second half and lost the game.
4. A failure of a country's or organization's authority or control.
The scandal led to a power failure within the government.