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malfunctioned

Pronunciation: [mælˈfʌŋkʃənd]

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Learn how to use malfunctioned in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “operation”

(verb) when a machine or device does not work properly or fails to operate the way it should. Imagine if your toy stopped working, it has malfunctioned.

Example

The printer malfunctioned, but the technician quickly fixed it.

Example

The robot did not malfunction; it worked perfectly for hours.

Example

Why did the air conditioner malfunction during the hot summer?

How to pronounce malfunctioned

Pronunciation: [mælˈfʌŋkʃənd]

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