fall flat
Example Sentences
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But even when Nebraska did reach the tournament, they found new and creative ways to fall flat on their faces.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026
Sterger said she’s seen a lot of character work fall flat, even in the “big leagues” when it comes to wrestling, just because they didn’t know how to be a convincing storyteller.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026
The tool has shown promise in preventing excessive flattery, which can fall flat with Gen Z women, Roth said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 22, 2025
"If it doesn't meet the tests set by them then it's going to fall flat," she said.
From BBC • Sep. 19, 2025
“Walking backwards, you gonna fool around and fall flat on your backside,” Ma warned us.
From "The Stars Beneath Our Feet" by David Barclay Moore
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.