turn off

Example Sentences

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If agents were to enter the building without a judicial warrant, the school would go into a full lockdown, turning off lights, staying silent and moving out of sight.

From Los Angeles Times

From Europe’s perspective, digital sovereignty means that if relations with the U.S. worsen then communications and core systems can’t just be turned off.

From MarketWatch

If you manage to spot the Moon and want to take a picture make sure you turn off the flash on your phone, activate night mode and use ambient light.

From BBC

Residents were instructed to shut doors and windows, turn off heating and ventilation systems and stay indoors.

From Los Angeles Times

Did the apartment manager turn off our electricity?

From Literature