Flunk

To fail a course, exam, or assignment; to be unsuccessful in a specific task. This generally implies a negative evaluation or lack of sufficient competence, knowledge, or performance. The act of flunking can result from insufficient preparation, a lack of understanding of the material, or poor execution. It can have significant academic, professional, or personal consequences. Flunking something can be an active choice not to do something in a particular way or a passive result based on lack of performance.

Flunk meaning with examples

• After studying diligently for weeks, Sarah was devastated to flunk the final exam in her calculus class. She spent the night crying. The low grade meant she would have to retake the course, delaying her graduation. The experience taught her about the impact of a lack of confidence on her performance.
• The student, known for skipping classes, knew he was going to flunk the history quiz before he even saw the questions. His lack of preparation was evident. The consequences of flunking, meant he would also lose his eligibility to play on the school basketball team.
• The aspiring chef knew they'd flunk the cooking competition if they didn't master the complex techniques of soufflé. Their first attempts had collapsed. Failure seemed likely. Hours of practice before the final deadline. They focused on mastering the most critical aspect, whisking egg whites.
• Despite hours of rehearsing, the band was going to flunk their audition if they couldn't solve their issues with synchronization. They had to adjust the song to succeed. Flunking was inevitable for them, if they didn't fix it. They'd need to work harder before the final day.
• The company was set to flunk the regulatory inspection due to poor record-keeping and safety violations. The staff was not motivated. Management had ignored the concerns. The failure carried hefty fines. Retraining and improvements in management would be crucial for the company.