did not start
- failedDid not succeed
- stalledStopped unexpectedly
- wouldn'tPast conditional negative
- brokenDamaged beyond function
- deadNo longer alive
stuck · silence · ignition · engine · cranking · battery · cold · morning · waiting · frustration · attempt · try · beginning · hesitation · delay · postponed · cancelled · abandoned
initiation of action
did not startstarted
Put into action
began · commenced · initiated · kicked off · set in motion
completion status
did not startfinished
Brought to an end
completed · concluded · ended · wrapped up · saw through
mechanical/functional operation
did not startstarted up
Began operating
fired up · turned over · ignited · powered on · came to life