misfire
/mɪsˈfaɪər/
noun
- An instance of a gun, engine, or other device failing to fire or ignite properly.
- The mechanic diagnosed a misfire in the third cylinder.
- The pilot aborted the launch after a misfire in the booster.
- There was a loud misfire from the old cannon during the reenactment.
- A failure or mistake, especially one that is disappointing or embarrassing.
- The product launch was a misfire, with many customers complaining.
- The movie was a misfire at the box office, earning far less than expected.
- His attempt at a compliment was a total misfire and offended her.
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verb
- To fail to fire or ignite properly, especially a gun or engine.
- During the test, the rocket misfired and crashed into the desert.
- The old pistol misfired when he pulled the trigger.
- The car's engine misfired and then stalled at the traffic light.
- To fail to have the intended effect; to go wrong.
- The marketing campaign misfired, causing a drop in sales instead of a rise.
- Their plan to surprise her misfired when she found out ahead of time.
- The comedian's joke misfired and the audience sat in silence.
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