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fizzle

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Verb — To gradually fail or fade away after a promising start.

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Etymology

From an older English word meaning "to break wind quietly" — the current sense of "petering out" developed later from the idea of a weak, fading hiss.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “fizzle” mean?

The word “fizzle” means to gradually fail or fade away after a promising start. In plain terms, to lose momentum and fail, usually after starting with promise — "fizzle out.".

How do you pronounce “fizzle”?

“Fizzle” is pronounced FIH-zuhl (/ˈfɪzəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “fizzle” in a sentence?

Here is “fizzle” used in a sentence: “The protest movement fizzled out within a few weeks.”

What part of speech is “fizzle”?

Depending on how it is used, “fizzle” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “fizzle” have?

“Fizzle” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to gradually fail or fade away after a promising start.

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