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debugging

VERB

troubleshoot

Synonyms

STRONGEST

unscramble

STRONG

adjust correct fix remedy repair unravel untangle

WEAK

iron out remove errors sort out straighten out work the bugs out of

Antonyms

STRONG

break destroy disarrange disorganize hurt injure spoil tangle

Example Sentences

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Imagine that you’re a senior software engineer debugging a system crash.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 15, 2026

He encourages users to engage with the technology as a dynamic co-pilot for tasks ranging from debugging code to planning a vacation.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 29, 2025

The assembly, debugging, maintenance, repair, and upgrading of production equipment are also prohibited from export without permission, the announcement added.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2025

The quick turnaround raises questions about how much time county officials allotted to debugging the software and training employees on the new technology.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2025

See frobnicate and fudge factor; also see shotgun debugging.

From The Jargon File, Version 4.2.2, 20 Aug 2000 by Steele, Guy L.