- present participle of malfunction.
malfunctioning
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The achievement could eventually help researchers develop new approaches to treating diseases caused by malfunctioning mitochondria.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 13, 2026
The story, as it were, centers on a woman named Lisa Blupey, portrayed by stage veteran Jessica Vosk, who runs a small business selling socks but is drowning in financial statements and malfunctioning A.I.-powered platforms.
From Slate ● Oct. 1, 2026
It started appearing in my parents’ pantry in Costco two-packs, usually beside gigantic cases of bottled water, enough paper towels to absorb a malfunctioning sprinkler system and gallon-sized jugs of olive oil.
From Salon ● Sep. 20, 2026
Devices are at most risk when they are overcharged, malfunctioning or damaged, which can cause components to break down and release excess heat.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 18, 2026
It was hard to keep his lids up; they kept falling down like malfunctioning shades.
From "Bone Gap" by Laura Ruby
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