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failing vs fail

fail vs failing

failing is a noun but fail is not a noun.

failing is an adjective but fail is not an adjective.

failing is not a verb while fail is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
failing Yes Yes No No
fail No No Yes No
failing (noun) fail (noun)
failure to reach a minimum required performance
a flaw or weak point
failing (adjective) fail (adjective)
below acceptable in performance
failing (verb) fail (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 failing and fail

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