troubleshoot
verb
trou·ble·shoot
ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshüt 
troubleshot
ˈtrə-bəl-ˌshät
; troubleshooting
; troubleshooting
: to operate or serve as a troubleshooter
is troubleshooting for an electronics firm
: to investigate or deal with in the role of troubleshooter
troubleshoots computer problems
troubleshoot a problem
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Fueling of the massive SLS moon rocket is complete, but NASA is troubleshooting an issue with its flight termination system.
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Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
While many students are comfortable with apps and touchscreens, educators say that does not always translate into the ability to troubleshoot or work independently on traditional computers.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
From coordinating painting, flooring and cabinet removal to troubleshooting daily obstacles during the summer, Higman answered every call, provided solutions and never hesitated to step in, according to Filamor.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Simplifying remote access for users with a wide range of tech savvy (or for those stuck in BIOS or trying to troubleshoot) can speed up support and maybe even prevent the need to send a machine in the mail for servicing.
—John Burek, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
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Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 1 Apr. 2026
While many students are comfortable with apps and touchscreens, educators say that does not always translate into the ability to troubleshoot or work independently on traditional computers.
—Darlin Tillery, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
From coordinating painting, flooring and cabinet removal to troubleshooting daily obstacles during the summer, Higman answered every call, provided solutions and never hesitated to step in, according to Filamor.
—Cyril A. Reinicke, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Simplifying remote access for users with a wide range of tech savvy (or for those stuck in BIOS or trying to troubleshoot) can speed up support and maybe even prevent the need to send a machine in the mail for servicing.
—John Burek, PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2026
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troubleshoot
verb
trou·ble·shoot
ˈtrəb-əl-ˌshüt
troubleshot
-ˌshät
; troubleshooting
; troubleshooting
1
: to locate trouble and make repairs (as in machinery)
2
: to find a solution to a problem or disagreement
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