fail

Example Sentences

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But Roslyn Ruff, a talented actor who speaks the verse with commendable clarity, fails to imbue the character with the necessary domineering imperiousness.

From The Wall Street Journal

Yes, the country has tried and failed at this before, most notably with Operation Breakthrough.

From Los Angeles Times

Strasbourg dominated the remainder of the half but failed to break down Marseille.

From Barron's

"They will not be without their critics. But in the face of a housing crisis that has become a genuine emergency in parts of Britain, we will act where previous governments have failed," he said.

From BBC

Ireland scored early in the second half through Conan, but Prendergast failed to edge the hosts ahead when he missed another conversion attempt.

From BBC