- present perfect of fail (3rd person singular).
Example Sentences
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Time and time again, the commission has failed in its mission to be a voice for Angelenos, said Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
So far, its apps initiative has failed to excite, and it seems unlikely it can deliver a device that will convince consumers to trade in iPhones.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026
Prosecutors say at this point, Juin only had a few thousand dollars left in his bank account and that he has failed to repay any of the money.
From MarketWatch • May 29, 2026
It is the first time in all seven seasons of VAR that a club has failed to get one overturn in their favour.
From BBC • May 26, 2026
So again the power of the priest has failed, I thought.
From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya
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