Fail and Failing

Fail

Fail verb - To stop functioning.

Failing is a synonym for fail. In some cases you can use "Failing" instead a noun "Fail".

Nearby Words: failure, failing, failed

Failing

Failing noun - A defect in character.

Fail is a synonym for failing. Sometimes you can use "Fail" instead the word "Failing" as a verb or a noun.

Nearby Words: fail, failure, failed
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