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fail vs failing

failing vs fail

fail is not a noun while failing is a noun.

fail is not an adjective while failing is an adjective.

fail is a verb but failing is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fail No No Yes No
failing Yes Yes No No
fail (noun) failing (noun)
failure to reach a minimum required performance
a flaw or weak point
fail (adjective) failing (adjective)
below acceptable in performance
fail (verb) failing (verb)
stop operating or functioning
deteriorate
prove insufficient
disappoint, prove undependable to; abandon, forsake
become bankrupt or insolvent; fail financially and close
be unsuccessful
fail to get a passing grade
fail to do something; leave something undone
judge unacceptable
be unable
fall short in what is expected
Difference between fail and failing

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