failingEnglishOxford Dictionary of Englishfailing /ˈfeɪlɪŋ / ▸ noun a weakness, especially in a person's character; a shortcoming: pride is a terrible failing. ▸ adjective unsuccessful: health inequalities are the most potent symbol of a failing economy. ▪ becoming weaker or of poorer quality: his failing health. ▪ (of a business) likely to cease trading because of lack of funds: good managers can rescue a failing business. ▸ preposition in the absence of; if not: she longed to be with him and, failing that, to be alone.
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