Lose and Miss
Hello everyone!

I know quite well the difference between "lose" and "miss" but I don't understand when I have to use "miss" when I talk about objects.

I lost my key. ------- It's ok. I understand the verb "lost".

I don't understand these setences:
the key is missing.
I'm missing the key.

Could you make some examples with the verb "miss" referring to an object??
Thank you

Question

Lose and Miss
Hello everyone!

I know quite well the difference between "lose" and "miss" but I don't understand when I have to use "miss" when I talk about objects.

I lost my key. -------> It's ok. I understand the verb "lost".

I don't understand these setences:
the key is missing.                
I'm missing the key.

Could you make some examples with the verb "miss" referring to an object??
Thank you

Answer

I've probably missed the point.
I missed the opportunity to learn Italian. 
I missed the news headlines, so I don't know what's going on in the world.
A vital ingredient is missing. We cannot make the cake.

Answer

Interesting question.
For me, there is a subtle difference.
If it's missing, I just don't have it. Maybe I misplaced it and will find it soon.
Lost is more final - it's gone.