as in fails
to fall short in satisfying the expectation or hope of
they were disappointed by the outcome of the big game
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If an insurer fails to meet these requirements, regulators can intervene by implementing corrective measures, restricting operations, or placing the company under supervision.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025 -
The continuing resolution also fails to fund the Toxic Exposure Fund, Mrvan said, which puts health care for veterans — especially those exposed to toxic burn pits, Agent Orange and radiation — at risk.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Disappoints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disappoints. Accessed 25 Jul. 2025.
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