Question 1

What does "fritz up" mean?

Accepted Answer

For a device or system to malfunction or stop working correctly.

Question 2

How do you use "fritz up" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

The air conditioning fritzed up on the hottest day of the year.

Question 3

Is "fritz up" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"fritz up" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Much rarer than 'fritz out'. Used informally in American English. Some speakers use it as a transitive verb meaning to ruin or break something. Not standard; ESL learners should prefer 'fritz out' or 'break down'.

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