failures
word · lemma: failure
Definition
Moments or situations where something does not succeed or goes wrong; the plural of 'failure.' Can refer to unsuccessful attempts, breakdowns, or people who do not achieve what they intended.
Usage & Nuances
'Failures' is neutral to mildly negative and used for both events and people, though calling someone a 'failure' can be insulting. Common with 'experience', 'face', 'accept', and 'cause'. Not to be confused with 'faults' (mistakes, flaws) or 'breakdowns' (mechanical failure only).
Example Sentences
We should learn from our failures.
basic
Many failures happened before the final success.
basic
The company fixed its failures quickly.
basic
Don't let your past failures stop you from trying again.
natural
Her failures taught her more than her successes did.
natural
After several failures, the team finally made it work.
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