backfiring
- present participle of backfire.
Example Sentences
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Nestlé tweaked its portfolio, but investors say some acquisitions were a distraction, backfiring as the company expanded into non-core areas.
From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026
Sullivan warned that changes to VA policy that take decision-making out of veterans’ control is a risk that could seriously backfiring.
From Salon • Mar. 14, 2026
The strategy started backfiring unexpectedly in recent months.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026
China's approach to urging people to have children also risks backfiring if people feel the government is being "too intrusive" about what is deeply personal choice, she said.
From BBC • Dec. 31, 2025
“I mean, because of what happened in the rebellion. With the jabberjays backfiring on the Capitol and all.”
From "Catching Fire" by Suzanne Collins
