fritzes

/ˈfrɪt.sɪz/
noun
  1. Plural of fritz; instances of being broken or not working (used in the phrase 'on the fritz').
    • We've had three fritzes this week with different appliances.
    • The mechanic said the car's electrical system has had several fritzes.
    • Both the toaster and the blender are on the fritzes this morning.
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