flopped

Example Sentences

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"She was so purple, and her head flopped back," she said.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Some stocks have risen, but others have flopped.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

In 2023 the film adaptation of Judy Blume’s coming-of-age classic “Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret” flopped at the box office.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The well-reviewed animated movie opened with $88 million worldwide this weekend., while “The Bride!” flopped.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 9, 2026

His feet flopped loosely at the end of his legs so he had to lift his knees high and throw them forward.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen