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faulty

[fawl-tee] / ˈfɔl ti /


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Whether the plumber directly caused the problem, failed to identify an underlying issue, or repaired one faulty component only for another to reveal itself, the result is the same: the cistern does not function properly.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Project opponents also filed multiple lawsuits seeking to kill the project, alleging faulty environmental reviews and improper city approval.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Nintendo promised in 2023 that it would repair or replace faulty controllers without cost, even if no longer covered by warranty.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

There’s a catch, says Schuna: The more active your hands are, the more faulty the sensor readings can be.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

It had an electric stove, but the wiring was not exactly up to code, with faulty connectors, exposed lines, and buzzing switches.

From "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls




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