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come up empty

Phrasal-verb Failure

Meaning

to fail to achieve or find something

Example Sentences

"We searched everywhere but came up empty."

Related Expressions

fizzle out

to gradually end or fail after starting strongly

zone out

to stop paying attention or become mentally detached

learn from mistakes

to gain knowledge or wisdom after making an error

get by

to manage to live or survive with what you have

calm the mind

to relax and bring mental peace

rise above pressure

to stay calm and focused in stressful situations