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Discover LudwigThe phrase "a failing grade" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used when discussing academic performance, specifically to indicate that a student has not met the required standards in a course or subject.
Example: "After reviewing the exam results, it was clear that several students received a failing grade, prompting the teacher to offer extra help sessions."
Alternatives: "an unsatisfactory mark" or "a poor score."
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The Bronx also received a failing grade.
A failing grade will appear on the permanent record.
A failing grade in the course is a minimal penalty.
"Ninety-nine percent success is a failing grade".
The nation over all also earned a failing grade.
At least no one gets a failing grade.
NGR is not a substitute for assigning an incomplete or a failing grade.
Frequent absences are grounds for a failing grade regardless of other performance.
Unexcused absences are grounds for a failing grade regardless of other performance.
The European Union has sent the Italian budget back to Rome with a failing grade.
Even if you get a failing grade or two, all is not lost.
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