uncontrolled current
[/ˌʌnkənˈtroʊld ˈkɜrənt/]
nounpl: uncontrolled currents
corrente não controlada
1. An electric current that flows without regulation or restraint, potentially causing damage or hazard
The uncontrolled current caused the circuit breaker to trip immediately.
A corrente não controlada fez o disjuntor disparar imediatamente.
2. A water current or flow that cannot be managed or redirected by human intervention
Swimmers were warned about the uncontrolled current in the river after heavy rainfall.
Os nadadores foram avisados sobre a corrente não controlada no rio após chuvas intensas.
3. Any flow of force or energy that operates without limitation or oversight
The uncontrolled current of traffic made the intersection dangerous.
A corrente não controlada de tráfego tornou o cruzamento perigoso.
In Brazil, electrical safety is a serious concern, and 'corrente não controlada' is commonly discussed in workplace safety training and emergency response contexts. In the USA, the term is primarily used in electrical engineering, maritime safety, and technical documentation. The phrase reflects universal safety concerns across both cultures.
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