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failing
01
characterized by shortcomings, deficiencies, or a decline in quality
Grammatical Information
Composition
present participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most failing
Comparative
more failing
gradable
Examples
The failing business struggled to attract customers, leading to financial difficulties.
failing
01
used to present an alternative suggestion in case something does not happen or succeed
Grammatical Information
Examples
Sarah hoped to secure a full scholarship for college; failing that, she planned to apply for financial aid.
Failing
01
an instance of not achieving the required standard or expected result
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Plural form
failings
Examples
His failing in the final exam meant he had to retake the course.
02
a shortcoming, defect, or weak point in a person, plan, or system
Examples
His greatest failing is impatience when working under pressure.
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unfailing
failing
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