Verbs for Failure

to be unsuccessful in accomplishing something

Despite their best efforts, the plan failed.

to fall or collapse suddenly and heavily, either intentionally or unintentionally

The exhausted runner flopped onto the ground after crossing the finish line.

to fail in reaching the required standard to succeed in a test, course of study, etc.

Despite studying hard, he unfortunately flunked the math exam.

to fail at accomplishing an obligation, particularly a financial one

If you miss your mortgage payments, you may default on your home loan.

to surrender to a superior force or influence

Despite his strong will, he eventually succumbed to the persuasive arguments of his friends.

to fail to keep up in work, studies, or performance

The company fell behind its competitors in AI research

to descend or sink beneath the surface of a liquid

The ship began to take on water and eventually went under.

(of a deal, plan, arrangement, etc.) to fail to happen or be completed

Despite careful preparation, the business deal began to fall through at the last minute.

to have a result contrary to what one desired or intended

His attempt to prank his friend backfired when she turned the tables on him.

to be deprived of or stop having someone or something

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

to surrender to someone's demands, wishes, or desires, often after a period of resistance

After a long negotiation, they finally gave in to the demands of the opposing party.

(of a price, temperature, etc.) to decrease in amount or level

During a sale, many items in the store will go down in price.