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    fizzle

    fizzle - Dictionary definition and meaning for word fizzle

    Definition
    (noun) a fricative sound (especially as an expression of disapproval)
    Synonyms : hiss , hissing , hushing , sibilation
    Example Sentence
    • the performers could not be heard over the hissing of the audience
    Definition
    (noun) a complete failure
    Synonyms : bust , flop
    Example Sentence
    • the play was a dismal flop
    Definition
    (verb) end weakly
    Synonyms : fizzle out , peter out , taper off
    Example Sentence
    • The music just petered out--there was no proper ending
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