go wrong
The phrase "go wrong" is often used to describe situations where things do not turn out as expected, typically leading to negative consequences.
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Definition
B1General
(common)To fail or not turn out as planned.
Example
- Everything seemed fine, but then things started to go wrong.
B1Technical
(technical)To stop working correctly.
Example
- The machine went wrong and had to be repaired.
B2Interpersonal
(relationship)To experience problems in a relationship or plan.
Example
- They wondered where their relationship went wrong.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "go wrong":
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