fell on one's face

phrase

past tense of fall on one's face

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fell on one's face
Phrase
  • But the efforts fell short amid a difficult environment for Republicans.
    — Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 4 Nov. 2026
  • The ticket holder fell short of matching the red ball, which was 20.
    — Mark Price November 4, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026
Phrase
  • The Republican redistricting plan fell flat in Alabama, Florida and Texas.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Nov. 2026
  • Getting the offense back on track The Chiefs’ offense fell flat against the Seahawks.
    — Scott Chasen, Kansas City Star, 1 Nov. 2026
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“Fell on one's face.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fell%20on%20one%27s%20face. Accessed 6 Nov. 2026.

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