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as in skips
to fail to attend
had to miss work for a week because of the flu
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as in misunderstands
to fail to understand the true or actual meaning of
I think you're missing the point
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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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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
Jim Root, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
However, up to one in eight mammograms misses cancers, particularly for individuals with dense breast tissue, a group estimated to encompass about half of women over 40.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Jan. 2026
Fox, 6 feet 6, may forget misses quickly, but the experience of playing in an NCAA Tournament in March, where the danger the Bulldogs present is no longer a surprise, has stayed with him.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
This is why focusing on headline inflation misses the larger, persistent threat.
—Gene Ludwig, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
This misses the mark, Taub-Dix said.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
Manager Lita Rodriguez said business is improving, but misses the regulars.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The new pyramid also really misses the mark on cultural foods.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
The Matriarch author never misses an opportunity to promote any of her grandchildren and her talents.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Erick Smith, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
The rapid and sometimes haphazard pace of AI adoption speaks to a turbulent year marked by noteworthy wins and painful misses.
—Chris Wright Special To The Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
The matter-of-fact approach to the biggest stage Mevis has ever been on is part of why the Rams have grown so confident in the kicker, who was signed midseason after a series of misses from Josh Karty.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
Remember that, last year, the two biggest Best Picture misses were A Real Pain and Sing Sing, the latter of which was made by the same team as Train Dreams.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the ’24 class could have some big misses at the top.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Coach Dennis Gates’ squad went 21-for-31 from the line, but time after time, Auburn couldn’t take advantage of Missouri’s misses.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
On two of the eight misses, Miami converted on fourth down.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Hurley has used the portal to fill specific needs at specific times, and has had more hits than misses.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2026
Verb
Louisville sorely misses his ability to get into the paint and generate open looks for others; replacing the impact of an NBA lottery pick is nearly impossible.
—Jim Root, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
However, up to one in eight mammograms misses cancers, particularly for individuals with dense breast tissue, a group estimated to encompass about half of women over 40.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 14 Jan. 2026
Fox, 6 feet 6, may forget misses quickly, but the experience of playing in an NCAA Tournament in March, where the danger the Bulldogs present is no longer a surprise, has stayed with him.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 11 Jan. 2026
This is why focusing on headline inflation misses the larger, persistent threat.
—Gene Ludwig, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
This misses the mark, Taub-Dix said.
—Sarah Garone, Health, 9 Jan. 2026
Manager Lita Rodriguez said business is improving, but misses the regulars.
—Roger Vincent, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026
The new pyramid also really misses the mark on cultural foods.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
The Matriarch author never misses an opportunity to promote any of her grandchildren and her talents.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Noun
Miami's Davis has a strong leg with six makes beyond 50 yards, but he's had four misses in the three playoff games.
—Erick Smith, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
The rapid and sometimes haphazard pace of AI adoption speaks to a turbulent year marked by noteworthy wins and painful misses.
—Chris Wright Special To The Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 18 Jan. 2026
The matter-of-fact approach to the biggest stage Mevis has ever been on is part of why the Rams have grown so confident in the kicker, who was signed midseason after a series of misses from Josh Karty.
—Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 16 Jan. 2026
Remember that, last year, the two biggest Best Picture misses were A Real Pain and Sing Sing, the latter of which was made by the same team as Train Dreams.
—Nate Jones, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2026
Meanwhile, the ’24 class could have some big misses at the top.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
Coach Dennis Gates’ squad went 21-for-31 from the line, but time after time, Auburn couldn’t take advantage of Missouri’s misses.
—Maddie Hartley, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
On two of the eight misses, Miami converted on fourth down.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
Hurley has used the portal to fill specific needs at specific times, and has had more hits than misses.
—Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misses
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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,
8 Jan. 2026
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So if Harbaugh skips town to the Buccaneers, who would be Cam Ward?—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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That claim misunderstands both the intent and the reality.—
Nan Rich,
Sun Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2026
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That demand ignores long-standing practice, misunderstands the Bears’ legal obligations and risks undermining one of Illinois’ most important economic assets.—
Don DeWitte,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Jan. 2026
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The state’s latest energy plan fails to recognize and remedy this and portends a bleak, costly energy future, not to mention more pollution and higher health care costs.—
Anshul Gupta,
New York Daily News,
7 Jan. 2026
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Holly added that any topic related to her wedding never fails to bring tears to her father's eyes.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The trailer wastes little time establishing its pressure-cooker premise, quickly barricading five teenagers inside their high school as their hometown collapses into chaos.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
14 Jan. 2026
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Emergency crews work around the clock, but can only restore power for hours daily as high demand immediately collapses the fragile grid system.—
Vasilisa Stepanenko,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Jan. 2026
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Fortunately for shareholders, the stock grants come with a feature similar to equity options that somewhat reduces Musk’s payday, especially in a case like the one above where the plan flops.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
29 Nov. 2025
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Amina blows her mom a kiss and then flops down in her crib, pretending to be asleep.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Oct. 2025
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Unable to pay her rent, she was later evicted and now struggles to come up with the $1,900 for her new place.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
13 Jan. 2026
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Harper, for her part, struggles to publicly defend a market position that’s based on a hunch and backed up by espionage.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Misses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misses. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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