failed (at)

Definition of failed (at)next
past tense of fail (at)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for failed (at)
missed
Verb
  • The western states have been working to renegotiate the water use pact for over two years and missed the November deadline to reach a new agreement.
    Christa Swanson, CBS News, 14 Feb. 2026
  • But Malinin missed his first combo and could never regain his composure in what was likely his worst performance in a major competition in quite some time.
    John Cherwa, Los Angeles Times, 14 Feb. 2026
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“Failed (at).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/failed%20%28at%29. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.

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