unsuccessful

Example Sentences

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He said when searches are unsuccessful it is "devastating" for him and his team.

From BBC • May 26, 2026

"The team attempted to insert a central line pursuant to the protocol, but the procedure was unsuccessful," the statement continued.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Darry Sragow, a veteran Democratic strategist who managed Checchi’s unsuccessful 1998 bid for governor that set a self-funding record, said voters have long been skeptical of the motivation of rich people who run for office.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Thankfully that never happened thanks to the ship’s stabilizers, allowing me to traverse sea ice, view an unsuccessful polar bear hunt, and photograph wildlife from whales to walruses in comfort.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Ida only had to look Victor in the eyes to see that he had been just as unsuccessful as she had, “Where can that boy be?” she sighed as she unlocked her door.

From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke