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gone wrong

idiom

The phrase "gone wrong" is often used to describe situations where things do not go as planned, leading to unfavorable outcomes.

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Definition

B2General

(common)Failed to achieve the desired outcome.

Example

  • The experiment has gone wrong, and we need to start over.

B2Technical

(technical)Experienced a malfunction or error.

Example

  • The system has gone wrong and requires immediate attention.

C1Criminal

(specific)Escalated into unexpected violence or chaos.

Example

  • The robbery gone wrong resulted in multiple injuries.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gone wrong":

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