overhead wires

Example Sentences

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He said damage to overhead wires had caused cancellations in Ayrshire and Inverclyde.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2025

“We believe that the Eaton fire was ignited because of SCE’s failure to de-energize its overhead wires, which traverse Eaton Canyon,” said attorney Richard Bridgford, who is representing a local homeowner.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2025

Battery-powered trains would save rail operators the cost of installing overhead wires on unelectrified tracks, which are found throughout the UK.

From BBC • Nov. 10, 2024

The new line will replace Metro Route 70 and will be the first RapidRide route to operate as a trolley bus, drawing electricity from overhead wires.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 27, 2024

If it were not for this use of the earth as an unfailing conductor, the network of overhead wires in our city streets would be even more complex than it now is.

From General Science by Clark, Bertha M.