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MISFIRE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Misfire.

Misfire - as a noun

An explosion that fails to occur

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dud

A failure to hit (or meet or find etc)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
miss

Misfire - as a verb

Fail to fire or detonate

Example: "The guns misfired"

Example Sentences

"The misfire of the pistol startled everyone in the room."
"The misfire of the engine caused the car to sputter and stall."
"The misfire of the fireworks led to a disappointing finale."
"A misfire in communication resulted in a series of misunderstandings."
"The misfire of the team's strategy cost them the victory."
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Word Game Points

Is MISFIRE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, misfire is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MISFIRE has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is MISFIRE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, misfire is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MISFIRE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is MISFIRE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, misfire is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MISFIRE has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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