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Term: de-energize

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: To disconnect or cut off the power supply to something.

Example sentence: The electrician had to de-energize the circuit before repairing the faulty wiring.

Sense 2: To drain or remove energy from someone or something.

Example sentence: After a long day at work, she needed to de-energize herself by taking a relaxing bubble bath.

Sense 3: To reduce the intensity or power of something.

Example sentence: The government implemented measures to de-energize the conflict in the region and promote peace.

Sense 4: To make someone or something less excited or enthusiastic.

Example sentence: The long and boring lecture de-energized the students, making them lose interest in the topic.