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letdown

[let-doun] / ˈlɛtˌdaʊn /


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That's been the biggest letdown of the whole year.

From BBC Jul. 2, 2026

The Renaissance part of the exhibition is so mesmerizing that the modern portion feels like a bit of a letdown.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

“But D-MER is very specifically characterized by how abrupt it is. It comes on suddenly with milk letdown and resolves quickly. Baby blues don’t behave that way. They’re not tied to a specific physical trigger.”

From Slate Mar. 15, 2026

Pakistan's pullout will result in a loss of millions of dollars in revenue for broadcasters, and will be a huge letdown for fans on both sides.

From Barron's Feb. 5, 2026

Also, there had been a letdown of sorts.

From "The Handmaid's Tale" by Margaret Atwood




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