a 'dead battery' = ('Brit') a 'flat battery' [=a battery that has no more electricity]
The operation was performed by a 'battery' of doctors.
He was found guilty of 'battery'.
(..) - How did you...? Trust me, it's a hell of a story. - But how did...? That's better. I found a little extra... a little extra battery power. It helps that I didn't have you around to distract me. I have to say, I'm glad to see ya. I didn't think you were gonna make it. Did you find the vodka? (..)2013 Gravity
(..) - Especially Engineering. We're going to miss you, Matt. Comms card reboot in progress. - Thank you, Doctor. Shariff, what's your status? Nearly there. Replacing battery module A-one and C. Ccould you be a little more specific? Indeterminate estimates make Houston anxious. (..)2013 Gravity