failing grade

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A mark that is not high enough to pass an exam or course.

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  • She got a failing grade for that assignment.
  • Students who receive a failing grade must retake the course.
  • He was devastated when he saw the failing grade on his report card.
  • A failing grade in chemistry meant she couldn't graduate on time.
  • The professor warned that plagiarism would result in a failing grade.
  • Despite studying hard, Tom ended up with a failing grade on the final exam.
  • Any score below 60% is considered a failing grade in this class.
  • She worked with a tutor to avoid getting another failing grade.
  • The university's policy allows students to appeal a failing grade.
  • His failing grade in math was the only blemish on an otherwise perfect transcript.