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Can you explain me about the expression "missed me"?

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Rebecca

To "miss" in this context means to fail to hit or reach a target. So in this video the expression "missed me" means that the taxi driver was unsuccessful in hitting her with the suitcase, assuming that he was aiming to throw it directly at her. She also says this in a mocking tone here which is common to hear among children when playing games like tag. Here are some other examples of this word in similar contexts: Ex: He tried to shoot the basketball into the hoop but he missed. Ex: I tried to catch her but I just missed her.

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