failing in Irish
failing in Irish is laige — failing means a weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.
failing in Irish
laige
weakness; defect
What does "failing" mean?
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noun A weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.
"Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable."
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prep Used to introduce an alternative if the first option is not possible.
"Failing a quick reply, we will assume you are not coming."
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failing in a sentence
- Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable.
- Everyone has some failings, and he is open about his own.
- Failing a quick reply, we will assume you are not coming.
- Take the bus or, failing that, ask a neighbour for a lift.
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What is "failing" in Irish?
"failing" in Irish is laige. failing means: A weakness or flaw in someone's character or ability.
How do you use "failing" in a sentence?
Example: "Forgetfulness is her biggest failing, but she is otherwise very reliable." In Irish, "failing" is laige.
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