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miss

Pronunciation: [/mɪs/]

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miss: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use miss in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “relationship”

(verb) to feel sad or unhappy because someone or something is not there. When you feel sad or disappointed because a person or thing you care about is not with you.

Example

She missed her best friend when he moved to another city.

Example

He didn't miss the bus because he left early.

Example

Do you miss your family when you're away from home?

Context: “games”

(verb) to fail to reach or catch something. When you don't hit or catch an object you're supposed to in a game or activity.

Example

The soccer player missed the goal by just a few inches.

Example

She never misses the target when she practices archery.

Example

Did you miss the ball during the game?

Context: “games”

(noun) a failure to hit or catch something. When you don't hit or catch the object you're supposed to in a game or sport.

Example

His miss in the basketball game cost his team a crucial point.

Example

There were no misses during the archery competition.

Example

How many misses did you have in the game?

How to pronounce miss

Pronunciation: [/mɪs/]

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