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Burnup (Noun)

The amount of fuel used up (as in a nuclear reactor).

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

The high burnup of the reactor core required the shutdown and refueling of the nuclear power plant.
The scientists studied the effects of increased burnup on the long-term storage of nuclear waste.
A higher burnup rating increases the efficiency of the fuel but raises concerns about reactor safety.
The new reactor design was engineered to achieve higher burnup rates without releasing excess radiation.
Regulators set burnup limits to prevent the degradation of the reactor core and ensure public safety.

A high-speed motorcycle race on a public road.

Nouns denoting natural events.

The crowd roared as the motorcycles accelerated down the straightaway, generating intense burnup on their tires.
In a high-speed motorcycle race on a public road, excessive burnup can lead to a loss of traction and a serious crash.
Managing burnup became crucial as the riders approached the sharp turn, with the leaders carefully applying their brakes to avoid overheating their tires.
Due to the burnup on his rear tire, the rider struggled to maintain control as he entered the final stretch of the course.
After several laps of intense burnup, the riders began to notice a significant decrease in their motorcycles' overall performance.