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failing

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
Main Example

His failing in the exam surprised everyone.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Noun (n.)

A lack of success or the state of not achieving a desired outcome.

Other Example

Her failing to meet the deadline caused a delay.

The team's failing in the championship was disappointing.

His failing to follow instructions led to mistakes.

Synonyms

academic failing

financial failing

personal failing

Synonyms

failure

setback

defeat

failing

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
Main Example

She is failing to meet the deadline.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Verb (v.)

The act of not succeeding or not meeting a requirement.

Other Example
Synonyms
Synonyms

failing

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
Main Example

The failing business closed last year.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adjective (adj.)

Describing something that is not successful or is in a state of decline.

Other Example
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Synonyms

failing

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
Main Example

He tried failing to impress her.

Example context
Grammatical Info:
Adverb (adv.)

In a manner that indicates lack of success or effectiveness.

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