| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Lose connection, as a phone line | ||
| Conk out, as a machine | Premier Sunday | 17 Nov 2024 |
| Suddenly stop working | Wall Street Journal | 17 Oct 2024 |
| Completely lose power | Universal | 17 Nov 2020 |
| Stop working, as a car battery | New York Times | 20 Aug 2012 |
| Stop working, as a car battery | ||
| Conk out, as an engine | ||
| Conk out |