- plural of failing.
failings
Example Sentences
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The issue was revived in August when the High Court quashed the commission's latest restriction because of procedural failings, without ruling that the Order had a right to march along Garvaghy Road.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
But for Rombach, the biggest danger rests in potential human failings.
From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026
The BBC previously investigated the failings and has spoken to multiple women affected, including one who said she felt "mutilated" and the trust's mistakes were "absolutely unforgivable".
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
Francesca Kelly said the failings had been "at the highest level" and she wanted to raise these face-to-face with the Justice Minister Naomi Long.
From BBC ● Sep. 22, 2026
And wotsume’er the failings on his part, he were a corn and seedsman in his hart.”
From "Great Expectations" by Charles Dickens
