Failings in the committee's oversight led to repeated safety lapses.

Failing accepted the award with a quiet nod, surprising those who had expected a more dramatic speech.

I'll try to catch the 5:00 train, failing that, I'll take a taxi.

Despite failing the midterm, she continued to study harder for the final.

Her only failing is impatience.

Bring an umbrella, failing that, a raincoat will do.

Despite his many failings, he was loved by his family.

Faile arrived early at the gallery opening to support her cousin's exhibition.

The Failes arrived at the manor just before sunset, carrying trunks and an air of mystery.

Fails surprised everyone by turning setbacks into successes.