miss the mark
The phrase "miss the mark" originates from archery and is commonly used both literally and figuratively to describe failure to achieve a goal.
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Definition
B2General
(figurative)To fail to achieve the intended result or goal.
Example
- His attempt to explain the concept missed the mark and left everyone confused.
- The new product launch missed the mark with its target audience.
B2General
(literal)To fail to hit a target.
Example
- The arrow missed the mark and landed in the bushes.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "miss the mark":
off the markwide of the markoff targetgo amissmiss outmiss the memodrop the ballgo awrynear missgo astraygo wrongstrike outget wrongmiss oneselfoff basefall foul