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glitch

[glich] / glɪtʃ /


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It was a rare, unexplained, glitch in a system that blares out warnings of incoming attacks multiple times a day through loudspeaker announcements on the street and metro, and the collective ping of phone notifications.

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

Grid operators in Texas and elsewhere have been establishing “ride-through” requirements that ensure data centers and other big customers don’t abruptly unplug during a minor glitch.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 2, 2026

This, of course, is reminiscent of a similar glitch that nearly destroyed The Beef in “Review,” the critically acclaimed first-season oner that made the show a summertime must-watch.

From Salon Jun. 28, 2026

Some of the dead-on precision of Nilles’ attack was lost by out-of-sync video screens, an annoying glitch that needs attention given her monster performance.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 8, 2026

“One potential glitch, as far as I can see: What if dead Edward says yes?”

From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood

It was not without a few glitches, however, including engine issues with the Super Heavy booster that necessitated a crash into the Gulf of Mexico rather than a precision return.

From Barron's Jul. 16, 2026

But experts say the platforms cannot hide behind software glitches.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

Ahead of Uber’s 2019 IPO, the New York Stock Exchange conducted simulated trading tests over the weekend to try to avoid any technological glitches.

From The Wall Street Journal May 23, 2026

Global sales opened on April 9 and many of the problems, including website glitches and unavailable tickets, persisted.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 15, 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




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