dead duck
Example Sentences
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Offord described independence as a "dead duck", adding: "It's not going to happen."
From BBC • May 9, 2026
Buffett is correct in acknowledging that the traditional newspaper business model is a dead duck in the long run, as readers transition to digital news websites.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2019
The mayor needs to give up his dead duck plans for a new airport.
From The Guardian • Jan. 18, 2011
Moore said he knew he was a dead duck when he looked up and saw Aybar running towards him pump-faking the throw.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 2, 2010
The dead duck on the mantelpiece let out a single protesting quack, but the portrait of Edward Ashton remained unchanged.
From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood
