Example Sentences

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Blackouts struck Milan and Turin because of the spike in the use of air conditioning.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Blackouts have hit Pakistan, the Philippines has imposed a four-day workweek, and countries including Slovenia and Bangladesh have rationed fuel.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

Blackouts lasting up to eight hours a day severely disrupted the lives of ordinary South Africans and businesses.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Blackouts are bad for everyone, but they are unacceptable for hospitals.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 8, 2025

So Benji was limited to size 10 Jeters, Kobes, Transformers, and Blackouts for $77,010.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty