Dear Sirs,
Can we say: "The Telex connection was broken down this morning"
Regards,
Eng. Haytham
I would just say 'The Telex connection was down this morning'.![]()
or "the telex connection was out of order this morning"
Additionally, 'connections' (cables) don't break down but machines (things that have parts) certainly break down.
EX: The telex machine broke down this morning.
EX: The telex cable isn't working this morning.
EX: The telex connection is down this morning.
I'm not sure if 'out of order works' in that context though, Temico. Mind you, it would work if "out of order" is a sign on the cable.![]()