Failing | Mean of failing in English Dictionary

/ˈfeɪlɪŋ/

• Noun
• a weakness or problem in a person's character, behavior, or ability
1. He has some minor failings.
• in the absence of (something)
1. Failing progress in the peace process, war seems likely.
2. We could try to persuade them by arguing or, failing that [=if that does not happen or succeed], we could threaten to cancel the deal.