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a flash in the pan

Idiom Peace

Meaning

something that seems promising at first but fails to deliver

Example Sentences

"The peace talks were just a flash in the pan."

Related Expressions

nothing to write home about

not special or interesting

keep someone at arm’s length

to avoid getting too close to someone

the show must go on

to continue despite difficulties

step up a gear

to increase your effort or speed

hope for the best

expect a positive outcome even in uncertainty

fall flat on your face

to fail completely in an embarrassing way