off-peak

American

[awf-peek, of-] / ˈɔfˈpik, ˈɒf- /

adjective

of, relating to, or during a period of less than maximum frequency, demand, intensity, or use.

the off-peak travel season; off-peak train fares.
lower than the maximum.

off-peak production.

off-peak British

adjective

of or relating to services as used outside periods of intensive use or electricity supplied at cheaper rates during the night

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Etymology

Origin of off-peak

First recorded in 1915–20

Example Sentences

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That includes higher aircraft utilization during peak days while reducing off-peak flying, as well as the flexibility to adjust to seasonal demand, it said.

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Chipotle is saying it’s looking at one lower-cost option of sorts in the future: a “happier hour” deal that would drive traffic during off-peak times.

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National Grid said the cables help smooth spikes in prices because, thanks to time zone differences, surplus energy generated off-peak elsewhere can be sold cheaply to the UK.

From BBC

This applies to season tickets covering most commuter routes, some off-peak return tickets on long-distance journeys and flexible tickets for travel in and around major cities until March 2027.

From BBC

Energy firms with AI power agreements could benefit from bitcoin mining during off-peak demand.

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