standby
Произношение: [ˈstændˌbaɪ]
Слово
Контекст: «emergency»
(noun) a person or thing that is ready to be used when needed, especially in case of an emergency. Just like how you might have a spare umbrella when it rains, a standby is something prepared for use if something else does not work out.
Пример
The airline put a standby passenger on the next flight when the first one was full.
Пример
There were no standbys available when the main speaker fell ill.
Пример
Is there a standby option if the main plan doesn't work?
Контекст: «availability»
(verb) to prepare or be ready for use in case something goes wrong. It’s like waiting for your turn in line but being ready to jump in if needed.
Пример
The team stood by in case they were needed during the big game.
Пример
He didn't stand by during the emergency; he left the area completely.
Пример
Will you stand by if something goes wrong at the event?
Контекст: «technology»
(noun) a low power state for electronic devices where they can quickly turn back on. It’s like when your toy car has a switch to save battery but can still move fast when you press it.
Пример
I put my computer on standby to save energy while I'm not using it.
Пример
The printer wasn’t on standby; it completely turned off instead.
Пример
Why do you put your devices on standby when you're not using them?
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