Meaning
To not do something that you tried to do, or to not pass a test.
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Word origin
From Old French faillir, meaning to be lacking or to fall short.
- Origin
- Old French
- Root
- faillir
Grammar
Examples
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Here "fail" means to not pass or not do something.
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"Fails" is the form used with he, she, or it.
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"Failed" is the past form of "fail".
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 9, lesson 12: fail, third, action and 6 more words.