failure
Example Sentences
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The fact that 5200 is little known and never used “is another example of systems failure,” said former state senator and Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg.
From Los Angeles Times
“We have to explore some different models, because the current system is not working. It’s too expensive and a market failure,” said Kim, adding that the plan could evolve.
From Los Angeles Times
“That is their failure to own,” the statement said.
From Los Angeles Times
And anything less than a takedown would be considered a failure.
Bass later removed Crowley, citing the failure to keep firefighters on duty for a second shift.
From Los Angeles Times
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