1. to break or damage something, especially through clumsy or careless action
Usage: informal; slang
2. to reject or block a nominee or candidate, especially through aggressive questioning or opposition
Usage: informal; political

Examples

• He borks his phone every time he drops it.
• The software update borks the system compatibility.
• The committee borks the judicial nominee after the hearings.
• Don't bork the experiment by mixing the chemicals incorrectly.
• She borks her chances by arriving late to the interview.
• The new policy borks the entire workflow.