nounpl: N/A (already plural)
apagões
1. A sudden loss of electrical power affecting a large area
The city experienced several blackouts during the storm.
A cidade sofreu vários apagões durante a tempestade.
2. A temporary loss of consciousness or memory
He had blackouts after hitting his head.
Ele teve desmaios após bater a cabeça.
3. The suppression or concealment of information or broadcast content
News blackouts were imposed during the emergency.
Apagões de notícias foram impostos durante a emergência.
4. Periods of unconsciousness due to excessive alcohol consumption
He couldn't remember the party due to alcohol-induced blackouts.
Ele não se lembrava da festa devido aos apagões induzidos por álcool.
NYC Slang
blackout (commonly refers to power outages in urban infrastructure)
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