Success and Failure

to make an effort or attempt to do or have something

He tried to lift the heavy box but it was too heavy.

to try to complete or do something difficult

He attempts the challenging crossword puzzle every morning.

an amount we pay to buy, do, or make something

He compared the cost of various insurance plans.

a challenge or circumstance, typically encountered while trying to reach a goal or finish something

The Smiths experienced significant financial difficulty after unexpected medical expenses depleted their savings.

a condition that causes a person or thing to be more successful compared to others

His experience in digital marketing gave him a significant advantage over other job applicants.

a situation that has fewer or no benefits over another, which makes succeeding difficult

Growing up in a remote village put him at a disadvantage compared to his peers in the city.

to fail to meet someone's expectations or hopes, causing them to feel let down or unhappy

The movie's ending disappointed many viewers.

a belief about what is likely to happen in the future, often based on previous experiences or desires

Sarah had high expectations for her birthday party, but it turned out to be a small gathering with only a few friends.

someone who is against a person, or hates them

Despite being childhood friends, they grew apart and became bitter enemies in adulthood.

to be unsuccessful in accomplishing something

Despite their best efforts, the plan failed.

the absence of success in achieving a goal

the fact or situation of causing a difficulty

needing a lot of skill or effort to do

Learning to play the piano at a professional level is hard and requires years of practice.

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

She lost her hearing as a result of the loud explosion.

to fail to catch a bus, airplane, etc.

I got lost on my way to the airport and I'm going to miss my flight.

to succeed in solving, controlling, or dealing with something difficult

She overcame obstacles in her career by demonstrating resilience and determination.

a desired outcome that guides one's plans or actions

His purpose in studying abroad was to immerse himself in a different culture and improve his language skills.

to finally accomplish a desired goal after dealing with many difficulties

After years of hard work and dedication, she finally achieved her dream of becoming a published author.

not achieving the intended or desired outcome

The unsuccessful job applicant did not receive an offer.

to do certain physical or mental activities in order to achieve a result or as a part of our job

He's been working on his presentation for hours.

an intangible difficulty or challenge that must be overcome

Fear of failure was the main obstacle to her success.

to continue without stopping

The marathon runners were determined to go on despite the rain.

to stop trying when faced with failures or difficulties

He refused to give up even when the odds were stacked against him.

to leave someone with no intention of returning

Sarah felt a deep sense of pain when her parents decided to abandon her.

to take part in a violent physical action against someone

The soldiers bravely fought on the front lines during the war.

to achieve something after dealing with the difficulties

After years of dedicated practice, she accomplished fluency in three foreign languages.

the fact of reaching what one tried for or desired

His hard work and determination finally led to the success he had been striving for.

to reach or achieve what one desired or tried for

Through persistent effort and dedication, she succeeded in securing a promotion at her job.

(of a job or occupation) providing a high salary or income in comparison to others in the same industry or field

She chose a career in finance because she knew it was well-paid and offered excellent opportunities for advancement.

an act or opinion that is wrong

Recognizing and admitting your mistakes is the first step toward personal growth.