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Load Shedding

Definition: Load shedding is the deliberate process of intentionally reducing the electrical load on a power supply system during times of high demand or strain on the network.

Examples:

Noun - Power Outage: The load shedding yesterday caused a significant power outage throughout the city.

Noun - Electricity Rationing: Load shedding is implemented in our country to manage the electricity supply and minimize the risk of a total blackout.

Noun - Scheduled Power Cuts: The load shedding schedule announced by the power company will help us plan our activities accordingly.

Verb - Manage Electricity Demand: The power company is load shedding to prevent overloading the system.

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