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on the fritz

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on the fritz

 and on the blink

not operating; not operating correctly. This vacuum cleaner is on the fritz. Let's get it fixed. How long has it been on the blink?

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on the fritz

not working in the usual way, or not working at all The washing machine is on the fritz.

Usage notes: usually said of machines

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on the fritz

see under on the blink.

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on the fritz

1. mod. not functioning properly. My watch is on the fritz.

2. mod. alcohol intoxicated. She drank till she was totally on the fritz.

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