verb
- does not succeed in achieving something
- does not pass a test or examination
- stops working properly
Usage: third person singular present of ‘fail’
Usage: third person singular present of ‘fail’
Usage: third person singular present of ‘fail’
noun
- instances of not succeeding
Usage: plural of ‘fail’
Examples
- She fails the driving test every time she takes it.
- The old computer fails to start up most mornings.
- He never fails to call his mother on Sundays.
- The bridge fails under too much weight.
- The student fails math class despite extra tutoring.
- Her memory fails her when she’s stressed.
- The company fails to meet its sales targets.