foiled

Definitions of foiled
  1. adjective
    disappointingly unsuccessful
    “their foiled attempt to capture Calais”
    synonyms: defeated, disappointed, discomfited, frustrated, thwarted
    unsuccessful
    not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome
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