English Expression · Intermediate
miss stays
To fail in going about from one tack to another
Pronunciation: say miss stays
Meaning
To fail in going about from one tack to another.
Example
I use the word "miss stays".
I use the word "miss stays".
Practice tips
- Practice miss stays out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.