on the blink
Example Sentences
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The city opened a handful of self-cleaning toilet kiosks, but they were often on the blink.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 5, 2017
“My phone was on the blink and I looked around. I had all these different people trying to help. And this kid, this guy, this man-patriot, got it all fixed.”
From Washington Post ● Jul. 21, 2016
If they discover problems such as a refrigerator on the blink or the gas shut off, they can refer families to others who will help.
From Washington Times ● Feb. 21, 2016
That the PA system was on the blink.
From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2014
She does yoga and hums like a heater on the blink.
From "The Skin I'm In" by Sharon G. Flake
