Meaning of short-circuit in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    short-circuit

    Definitions

    1. hamper the progress of

    Examples

    • « impede »
    • « short-circuit warm feelings »
  2. 2. create a short-circuit in

    Derived terms

  3. 3. avoid something unpleasant or laborious

    Examples

    • « You cannot bypass these rules! »

    Derived terms

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