“Miss the mark”

Definition

To fail to achieve the intended result.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Miss the mark".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Miss the mark" mean?
"Miss the mark" means to fail to achieve the intended result..
How do you use "Miss the mark" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Miss the mark"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Miss the mark"?
Не попасть в цель, не достичь результата. / Չհասնել ցանկալի արդյունքին։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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