misfire
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The Well-Meant Misfire Last year, an acne solution kit given by a best friend led the way in the “well-intentioned but ultimately awkward” gift category.
From Time • Dec. 10, 2013
The Well-Meant Misfire “My best friend gave me an acne solution kit,” shared Jan, 26.
From Time • Nov. 30, 2012
Misfire at the Olympic trials and Hardee won't go to London.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 29, 2012
"Misfire again," I thought, and my heart almost stopped beating.
From The Man-Eaters of Tsavo and Other East African Adventures by Selous, Frederick Courteney
"Misfire, that's all," said Mr. Barrymore, laughing and showing his nice white teeth in a comforting way he has when anything alarming has happened.
From My Friend the Chauffeur by Lowenheim, Frederic
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