glitch
noun
a defect or malfunction in a machine or plan.
glitches
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pluralof glitch.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Waymo is well ahead in the robotaxi race, operating in more than 10 major cities while Elon Musk’s Tesla is still facing safety and operational glitches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
Tesla’s robotaxis have been lagging behind after they launched in Austin in 2025 and were met with several reports of glitches and safety concerns.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Mr. Mandelbaum’s book, while not blind to the flaws and glitches of U.S. foreign policy, is upbeat and celebratory.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
The extra time this takes, as well as some technical glitches, have meant long delays at some airports.
From BBC ● Jul. 5, 2026
In addition to the periodic glitches and blackouts, there were times when electronic computers would spit out answers so unexpected that it wasn’t clear if the machines were up to snuff.
From "Reaching for the Moon" by Katherine Johnson
