例句
The cake failed to rise despite an extra egg.
尽管多加了一个鸡蛋，蛋糕还是没发起来。
Recycling programmes often fail when local authorities do not provide clear guidance or convenient collection services.
地方政府若不提供清晰指导或便捷的收集服务，回收计划往往会失败。
常用搭配
- fail to do something｜未能做某事
- fail an exam｜考试不及格
- fail to meet expectations｜未达到预期
词形与相关词
failure (n.) · failed (adj.) · failing (adj.)
用法提示
fail to do表示未能做；fail an exam表示考试不及格。