Saturday, October 26, 2024

Fulfill Your Potential or Be "Manqué"

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"Manqué" means having fallen just short of success. It's often used in terms like an "artist manqué" or "athlete manqué." Whether it's a dream unfulfilled or a near-miss, this elegant term puts a sophisticated spin on those missed opportunities. But don't worry — you're not manqué in your quest for word mastery!

WORD OF THE DAY

October 26, 2024

manqué

[ mahng-key ] adjective

having failed, missed, or fallen short

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