fall flat
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Like many advisers, DeLarme understands that lecturing about the risks of stock picking can fall flat.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 13, 2026
And, much like improv, bread pudding can absolutely fall flat.
From Salon ● May 25, 2026
As Barbara argues, “I also think he has demonstrated a level of ruthlessness and a willingness to file charges, even if he’s got to know they’re going to fall flat eventually.”
From Slate ● May 7, 2026
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
Everything so far had been prelude: From what we’d been told, you could be a star at the Academy and then fall flat on your face inside a real prison.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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