Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
miss-the-mark
idiom
/mɪs ðə mɑrk/
Definition
to fail to achieve a desired goal or satisfy an expectation
Examples
- His attempt to impress the audience really missed the mark.
- Despite their efforts, the advertising campaign missed the mark and did not resonate with customers.
- I tried to surprise her, but my plan completely missed the mark.
Meaning
The phrase ‘miss the mark’ is often used when someone does not reach the intended outcome or when something does not fulfill its intended purpose.
Synonyms
- fall short
- go astray
- miss the point
- fail
