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or less commonly anticlimactical
ˌan-tē-klī-ˈmak-ti-kəl,
ˌan-ˌtī-
: of, relating to, or marked by anticlimax
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To say his promotion after Mike McCarthy’s exit was an anticlimactic surprise would be an understatement.
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Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
But in anticlimactic fashion, the game ended on a controversial foul that sent Phoenix star Alyssa Thomas to the free throw line with a second left.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 15 July 2025
Though the ending was anticlimactic, Poirier was dominating the fight before the injury and moved to 2-1 in the rivalry.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Even the anticlimactic final episode gave Smart the opportunity to play boozy and bored, showcasing her depth as a dramatic actor.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
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Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2025
But in anticlimactic fashion, the game ended on a controversial foul that sent Phoenix star Alyssa Thomas to the free throw line with a second left.
—Nathan Canilao, Mercury News, 15 July 2025
Though the ending was anticlimactic, Poirier was dominating the fight before the injury and moved to 2-1 in the rivalry.
—Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025
Even the anticlimactic final episode gave Smart the opportunity to play boozy and bored, showcasing her depth as a dramatic actor.
—Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 13 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for anticlimactic
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“Anticlimactic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anticlimactic. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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