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Synonyms

bugs

American  
[buhgz] / bʌgz /

adjective

Slang.
  1. crazy; insane.


Etymology

Origin of bugs

First recorded in 1920–25; see origin at bug 1, -s 3

Example Sentences

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However, the vast majority of cyber-attacks use long established and simpler methods without needing to find new bugs.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

Aside from its dramatic claws, the insect's body shares similarities with modern Gelastocoridae, also called toad bugs, which are land-dwelling predators.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

Additionally, the AI push has allowed more nontechnical employees to identify bugs and request coding fixes.

From MarketWatch • May 7, 2026

Some pest sprays have already been used in tent camps to combat the growing menace from bugs.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

But he remembered he was supposed to give her some bait for bugs.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young

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