Backfire
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British pronunciation/bˈækfa‍ɪ‍ə/
American pronunciation/ˈbækˌfaɪɹ/

Definition & Meaning of "backfire"

to backfire
01

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

02

in a sensitive manner

03

set a controlled fire to halt an advancing forest to prairie fire

04

emit a loud noise as a result of undergoing a backfire

Backfire
01

a miscalculation that recoils on its maker

02

a loud, sudden explosion of unburned fuel in the engine or exhaust system

03

the backward escape of gases and unburned gunpowder after a gun is fired

04

a fire that is set intentionally in order to slow an approaching forest fire or grassfire by clearing a burned area in its path

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Example
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Trying to gain popularity, the politician's controversial statement backfired, causing a public outcry.
The company's decision to cut costs unexpectedly backfired, leading to a decline in product quality.
The attempt to speed up the project by cutting corners backfired, resulting in delays and errors.
The strategy to increase sales by raising prices backfired as customers turned to cheaper alternatives.
His attempt to prank his friend backfired when she turned the tables on him.
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