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Faulty

usgb/ˈfɔːlti/Volume
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Product Problems

Use 'faulty' when talking about items that don't work as they should.

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The heater is faulty and won't turn on.
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Industry Jargon

'Faulty' is commonly used in manufacturing and retail when discussing defective goods.

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We received several complaints about faulty appliances.
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Subtle Blame

Describing something as 'faulty' subtly implies that there is a responsible party for the defect.

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The accident was caused by a faulty brake system.
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