debug

verb

(ˌ)dē-ˈbəg How to pronounce debug (audio)
Definition of debugnext
as in to amend
to remove errors, defects, deficiencies, or deviations from the computer program ran much faster after it was debugged

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Recent Examples of debug Ask a handful of leading assistants to draft an email, debug a function or summarize a report, and the outputs are close enough that most people couldn’t reliably tell them apart. — Aditi Sinha, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026 The courses cover writing, explaining, and debugging advanced formulas, as well as VLOOKUP and XLOOKUP for pulling exact data from massive spreadsheets without endless scrolling. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 31 July 2026 The joystick initiates common tasks such as debugging an error or refactoring code. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 27 July 2026 The device also features a small joystick, likely the 13th key, that can trigger reusable Codex Skills and common workflows such as debugging an error, reviewing a pull request, or refactoring code. — New Atlas, 25 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for debug
Recent Examples of Synonyms for debug
  1. amend
  2. correct
  3. rewrite
  4. remedy
  5. reform
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  • Despite frustration that the Legislature amended his original plan by protecting property taxes for schools, the governor still advocated for the amendment.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The amendment asked voters whether the Minnesota Constitution should be amended to increase the funding going to all school districts from the permanent school fund.
    — Jason Rantala, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of amend
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  • Designed to correct the signs of photoaging—which can include wrinkles, dark spots, and rough texture—the formula boosts cell turnover has a cushiony texture and a silky finish.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2026
  • That can mean delivering a consistent product, honoring commitments, correcting mistakes or simply showing up year after year.
    — Jerry Bobb, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of correct
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  • How dupes are rewriting what counts as impressive Traditional luxury has always leaned on exclusivity, recognizable branding and premium prices.
    — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Oct. 2026
  • There is a long history of political leaders and cartographers using place naming to assert raw power by rewriting the world map.
    — Reuben Rose-Redwood, Time, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of rewrite
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  • To remedy the issue, your county elections office will provide you with a form to fill out and return completed.
    — Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026
  • For years, federal lawmakers have tried to remedy this issue, said Sabrina Corlette, a research professor and co-director of Georgetown University's Center on Health Insurance Reforms.
    — Stephanie O'Neill, NPR, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of remedy
Verb
  • Attempts to reform and expedite the appeals process over the years have further gummed up the system.
    — Sonja Sharp, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Across the country, Democrats stood up for big policy changes like increasing the federal minimum wage, expanding child care, reining in Big Tech, data centers, and AI, and reforming health care.
    — Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Time, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of reform

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“Debug.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debug. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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