failed

Example Sentences

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On Monday, however, he failed to advance to the run-off election.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The $300 million Neighborhood Transformation Initiative cleared blight but failed to spur broad reinvestment in targeted areas.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

Nearly 87,500 appeals to overturn failed asylum applications had been lodged at the end of March 2026 - a 70% year-on-year increase.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

"It means failed rains, dying crops, rising food prices, and families pushed to the edge yet again."

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

“Yes, she came to the Mutton and he failed to tell me about it. That’s old news.”

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin