missed

Example Sentences

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Individual investors missed out on nearly all those gains—and they would have the most to lose if share prices fall.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

Tom says knowing the coroner ruled that there was a "missed opportunity" to help Adam has made him "upset" and "mad at the situation".

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

While earnings and revenue came in better-than-expected, guidance missed the mark.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The Dodgers’ game against the Pirates on Wednesday was the fourth Smith had missed since being scratched from the lineup Saturday with a stiff neck.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

“How he was doing? He sent postcards sometimes, but otherwise it was hard to tell if—he did say he missed us.”

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse