1
as in skips
to fail to attend
had to miss work for a week because of the flu
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2
as in misunderstands
to fail to understand the true or actual meaning of
I think you're missing the point
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3
as in fails
to be unsuccessful
everyone knows that most of the new television series will miss and be gone before anyone notices
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1
as in girls
a female person who has not yet reached adulthood
a talented young miss who wants to become a writer
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as in maidens
a young unmarried woman
you should ask that young miss if she would like to dance
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as in disasters
something that has failed
a television season with far fewer hits than misses
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Recent Examples of misses
Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Even if so, this pick is based mostly on an underrated, hard-hitting Cardinals defense against a Titans offense that actually misses Will Levis.
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Though the two actors have a kind of slacker ease in the nonsensical volleys, this lower temperature approach too often misses the work’s humor, horror and emotional resonance.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
Goldberg, similarly, typically misses Friday shows.
—Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
This misses the point entirely.
—Mike Hoffman, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025
Your mom just misses you and is dealing with her raw feelings.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The action is taut, the stakes are clear, and Kirk never misses a chance to remind us that all of these are just regular people who’ve crossed paths in a dark place.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 24 Sep. 2025
If the patient misses something or is unaware of a situation, then speak up.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Sep. 2025
Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
But then a series of box office misses coupled with a reputation for partying ultimately pumped the breaks on major studio films.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
After seeming to shake off early-season misses with a game-winner the previous week against Idaho, SJSU kicker Denis Lynch missed two field goals from under 30 yards against Stanford.
—Aaron Johnson, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
Their relationship flourished after several near-misses on Bachelor in Paradise, leading them to date officially in May 2018.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
That’s five misses in four games for Butker, three field goals and two extra points.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Opponents grabbed 31% of their misses, which was 244th nationally – SDSU’s lowest in 20 seasons.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
The lawsuit was also filed against American as the plaintiffs believe that despite having knowledge of the near-misses, the airline exposed its customers to the dangers and continued to seek more gates at the airport.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
Let’s look at one of his near-misses on Sunday, when the Panthers played a remarkably good game and whipped Atlanta, 30-0, in their home opener.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2025
Verb
But focusing only on that number misses the real story.
—Felicia Jackson, Forbes.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Even if so, this pick is based mostly on an underrated, hard-hitting Cardinals defense against a Titans offense that actually misses Will Levis.
—Vic Tafur, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Though the two actors have a kind of slacker ease in the nonsensical volleys, this lower temperature approach too often misses the work’s humor, horror and emotional resonance.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
Goldberg, similarly, typically misses Friday shows.
—Carson Blackwelder, PEOPLE, 29 Sep. 2025
This misses the point entirely.
—Mike Hoffman, Fortune, 28 Sep. 2025
Your mom just misses you and is dealing with her raw feelings.
—Harriette Cole, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
The action is taut, the stakes are clear, and Kirk never misses a chance to remind us that all of these are just regular people who’ve crossed paths in a dark place.
—David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 24 Sep. 2025
If the patient misses something or is unaware of a situation, then speak up.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 24 Sep. 2025
Noun
All said, Crochet threw a career-high 117 pitches, including 78 strikes and 16 swing-and-misses.
—Jen McCaffrey, New York Times, 1 Oct. 2025
But then a series of box office misses coupled with a reputation for partying ultimately pumped the breaks on major studio films.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2025
After seeming to shake off early-season misses with a game-winner the previous week against Idaho, SJSU kicker Denis Lynch missed two field goals from under 30 yards against Stanford.
—Aaron Johnson, Mercury News, 29 Sep. 2025
Their relationship flourished after several near-misses on Bachelor in Paradise, leading them to date officially in May 2018.
—Jane Lacroix, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
That’s five misses in four games for Butker, three field goals and two extra points.
—Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 28 Sep. 2025
Opponents grabbed 31% of their misses, which was 244th nationally – SDSU’s lowest in 20 seasons.
—Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Sep. 2025
The lawsuit was also filed against American as the plaintiffs believe that despite having knowledge of the near-misses, the airline exposed its customers to the dangers and continued to seek more gates at the airport.
—Ayesha Ali, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
Let’s look at one of his near-misses on Sunday, when the Panthers played a remarkably good game and whipped Atlanta, 30-0, in their home opener.
—Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misses
Verb
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The grand jury indictment means the former fire chief’s criminal case skips the preliminary hearing phase and moves directly to trial.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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Rag & Bone Miramar Sweatpant Jeans This Rag & Bone pair skips real zippers and buttons for a pull-on waistband.—
Jeaneen Russell,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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But a nurse eventually overhears Archer and Hannah discussing it, and misunderstands the situation.—
Claire Franken,
TVLine,
1 Oct. 2025
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This misunderstands human nature entirely.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Residents are being priced out while City Hall fails them.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
8 Oct. 2025
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In the video sequence to follow, from the Wizards’ 129-125 victory in Detroit on March 13, Sarr fails to box out the Pistons’ Jalen Duren after a Pistons miss.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Despite the unprecedented investment, productivity gains are elusive, employee adoption is shaky, and the business case often collapses under scrutiny.—
Christopher Lind,
Big Think,
7 Oct. 2025
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As part of the building collapses, screams can be heard.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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At one point, Alex comes over to recheck his map and, seeing Rizo attempt to analyze his work, flops over on the puzzle, causing Rizo to pause.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
25 Sep. 2025
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Sarr struggles to finish shots through contact against heavier bigs.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Forced to become a bloodsucker as part of Bill's punishment for vanquishing another, Deborah Ann Woll's Jessica struggles with her new, flesh-craving lifestyle.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Misses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misses. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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