letdown

Example Sentences

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Considering the gravity of the subject, and its immense potential, “The Wizard of the Kremlin” is not just a letdown, but something more like an insult.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Nothing may ever hold a candle to that evening against Denmark, but this was a bit of a letdown.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 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