missed

Example Sentences

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Individual investors missed out on nearly all those gains—and they would have the most to lose if share prices fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz missed the penalty, then Villarreal midfielder Pape Gueye scored the winning goal in the fourth minute of extra-time.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

While earnings and revenue came in better-than-expected, guidance missed the mark.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The Dodgers’ game against the Pirates on Wednesday was the fourth Smith had missed since being scratched from the lineup Saturday with a stiff neck.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

I pull out my phone and scroll through it, looking for what I missed.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam