Example Sentences

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When Amusan went on social media to reveal her case on July 19, she said she would appeal it, and that she was “tested within days of my third ‘missed’ test.’”

From Washington Times • Aug. 22, 2023

“Every one of these companies has ‘missed’ mobile.”

From The Guardian • Aug. 25, 2015

O'Neill was intent on cursing his side's luck over another penalty 'missed' by the referee rather than cheering a point after three consecutive defeats.

From The Guardian • Mar. 4, 2013

You'll sit down and take 'missed' for your dictation, Dorothy Holding!

From Loyal to the School by Brazil, Angela

"I ain't old enough to be 'missed' yet."

From Amarilly of Clothes-line Alley by Maniates, Belle Kanaris