backfire

Example Sentences

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I tried to use my powers to get something I wanted, and it really backfired.

From Literature

“Between the five of you not a single one thought that maybe this was too dangerous, that it would most likely backfire spectacularly.”

From Literature

The last time Mr. Macron called an election in 2024, it backfired.

From The Wall Street Journal

Working with such armed militias has backfired in the past, say military analysts.

From The Wall Street Journal

Fiona's high-risk strategy backfired spectacularly, and the cast ended up siding with Rachel.

From BBC