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nounprepositionfail·ingBrE /ˈfeɪlɪŋ/ NAmE /ˈfeɪlɪŋ/ noun [usually pl. ]a weakness or fault in sb /sth 弱点；缺点◆ She is aware of her own failings . 她了解自己的弱点。◆ The inquiry acknowledges failings in the judicial system . 这次调查承认司法制度有缺陷。fail·ingBrE /ˈfeɪlɪŋ/ NAmE /ˈfeɪlɪŋ/ preposition used to introduce a suggestion that could be considered if the one just mentioned is not possible 如果不能；如果没有◆ Ask a friend to recommend a doctor or , failing that , ask for a list in your local library . 请朋友推荐一位医生，如果办不到就向当地图书馆要一份名单。 |