Phrase guide

miss the mark

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

Of a projectile, to fail to hit the target.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: literally

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verb

Meaning 2

To fail to achieve the intended result.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively

Examples

  • The party's manifesto missed the mark and failed to attract people's attention.

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