fall flat

phrase

: to produce no response or result

the joke fell flat

Examples of fall flat in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

But city efforts to restore its lost vim and vigor have fallen flat. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Early mistakes, poorly attended initial events, or outreach strategies that fall flat may become part of a story about iteration and growth that shapes their personal statement or supplemental essays. — Christopher Rim, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026

Without a well-fitting T-shirt or tank, an ensemble can fall flat or look unfinished. — Better Homes & Gardens, 18 July 2026

After recording a convincing win in its first matchup with Denver, the Current fell flat in the second half of what had been a tight contest at Orlando. — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026

Rhymes for fall flat

• begat
• bobcat
• chitchat
• doormat
• ducat
• eclat
• format
• hazmat
• muskrat
• nonfat
• polecat
• thereat