Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
go-awry
verb phrase
/ɡoʊ əˈraɪ/
Definition
To go wrong or deviate from the expected course.
Examples
- Despite their careful planning, the surprise party went awry when the guest of honor arrived early.
- His attempt to fix the car went awry, causing more problems instead of resolving them.
- The project seemed promising, but several factors caused it to go awry.
Meaning
When things do not happen as planned or intended.
Synonyms
- go wrong
- deviate
- misfire
- backfire
- go astray
