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Definition in vain in American English

in vain phrase

phrase
1

without success

Example

We walked a couple of blocks, looking in vain for a cab.

Synonyms and related words
failed abortive fruitless
2

in a way that has no purpose or meaning

Example

Did all these young men die in vain?

Synonyms and related words
useless pointless ineffective
Definition in vain in American English