as in problem
informal
an unexpected and usually minor obstacle or difficulty
Glitches in the speaker's schedule caused some delays.
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Recent Examples of glitch
Engadget reported that the glitch only lasted a couple of hours.
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Ashley Belanger – May 30, ArsTechnica, 30 May 2025
The record number came even as Bangladesh experienced nationwide student protests that resulted in a government overhaul, on top of additional factors that led to major delays at Chattogram like flooding and a software glitch within its customs clearance systems.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 June 2025
Last month, Waymo issued a recall after a glitch in part of its self-driving software reportedly caused some vehicles to crash into low-visibility barriers like chains and gates.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 June 2025
But that program has cost the state $86 million while enrolling 6,500 people in its first 18 months, far short of enrollment goals, partly because of the administrative burdens of verifying employment as well as technical glitches, Pro Publica has reported.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 17 June 2025
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Ashley Belanger – May 30, ArsTechnica, 30 May 2025
The record number came even as Bangladesh experienced nationwide student protests that resulted in a government overhaul, on top of additional factors that led to major delays at Chattogram like flooding and a software glitch within its customs clearance systems.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 18 June 2025
Last month, Waymo issued a recall after a glitch in part of its self-driving software reportedly caused some vehicles to crash into low-visibility barriers like chains and gates.
—Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 June 2025
But that program has cost the state $86 million while enrolling 6,500 people in its first 18 months, far short of enrollment goals, partly because of the administrative burdens of verifying employment as well as technical glitches, Pro Publica has reported.
—Anne Marie D. Lee, CBS News, 17 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glitch
Noun
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In the following years, the early flood warning system that Eastland advocated for – and was once considered state-of-the-art – started to suffer problems.—
Curt Devine,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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Cassidy was released from Thorn Cross on June 11, and a day later, his father, Tommy, died following heart problems.—
Simon Hughes,
New York Times,
11 July 2025
Noun
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People with kidney issues may need to limit coconut water, as their kidneys may not be able to filter potassium properly, leading to high blood potassium levels (hyperkalemia).13 Some people may be allergic to coconut water.—
Brittany Lubeck,
Verywell Health,
11 July 2025
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Because of its issues, the city was looking at removing the building and replacing it with a monument, or finding ways to do basic repairs to keep the building from deteriorating and use it in the future.—
Taylor O’Connor
July 11,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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But while the Rangers offer a desirable market and are already tight to the salary cap, the Blue Jackets have traditionally had some trouble re-signing players.—
Carol Schram,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Here are a few more takeaways from Monday’s game: Michael Wacha falters late Wacha had trouble navigating the Mariners’ lineup.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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“Glitch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glitch. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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