failure
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For those who study ancient Greece, the classical era, roughly the fifth and fourth centuries B.C., presents a case study in the failure to learn from history.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026
For patients with normal heart function, defined as a left ventricular ejection fraction of at least 50 percent, beta blockers did not reduce death, heart attack, or heart failure after myocardial infarction.
From Science Daily • May 25, 2026
"The plain truth is that we have not been good enough. We must now face the consequences of that failure with honesty, transparency and a determination to repair, refocus and rebuild."
From BBC • May 24, 2026
Sonko had become vocal in his criticism of his former protege, accusing Faye of a "failure of leadership" for not backing him against his critics.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
“Hi, Grandpa,” Jack said, hoping a smile would help hide his failure.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
Vocabulary lists containing failure
"Principles of Business," Vocabulary from Chapter 6
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