fall flat
Example Sentences
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The company’s annual iPhone unveilings draw a lot of interest but generally fall flat with investors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 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
Any wobbles against those two and England's campaign could quickly fall flat.
From BBC • Oct. 15, 2025
Some gifts can leave a great first impression, but then fall flat later on.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 20, 2024
Mrs. Walton bolts out of her front-row seat, probably to try and catch me before I fall flat on my behind.
From "Like Vanessa" by Tami Charles
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