Failed
Stumbled
Both words in one sentence
- The first attempt failed when a Manticoran commander stumbled onto evidence of the plot.
Source: Never Recycle Your Schemes - While the first film stumbled due to failed attempts at sentimentality, the sequel simply didn't bother with that and instead focused on being funny while sidelining the (in his opinion) bland character of Lightning McQueen to focus on Mater.
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Which specifically included a torn off hand of any poor sod who failed to drop ammo accurately, or just stumbled and accidentally grabbed the cup.
Source: No OSHA Compliance
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