squib

Example Sentences

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So after some damp squibs in recent years, are we set for an unusually exciting end to the campaign at the bottom of the table?

From BBC

Since then the window has had its moments, but the final day itself has been something of a damp squib.

From BBC

But in the aftermath, many questioned why Buffalo sent its kickoff into the end zone rather than squibbing it to force a return and take critical seconds off the clock.

From The Wall Street Journal

Now Frank is out of the Cup following the latest damp squib in the former Brentford manager's wretched first season in charge.

From Barron's

Guardiola's 100th Champions League match as City boss was a damp squib, in stark contrast to so many of the previous 99, which includes 62 wins and the club's maiden European crown in 2023.

From Barron's