as in fails
to fail to function or work properly
A software problem is causing the system to malfunction.
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Tapping into the sporting zeitgeist, the slapstick animation, sees Daffy Duck confounded when Elmer Fudd fails to turn up for duck hunting season.
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An extended car warranty can save electric vehicle (EV) owners thousands of dollars when a critical component, such as an electric motor or battery management system, fails unexpectedly.
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Yeah, right after a guy crashes through the roof is the perfect time to step out for a cigarette.
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The theory is that once a critical part fails, the drone crashes.
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“Malfunctions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/malfunctions. Accessed 4 Jul. 2026.
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