Phrases with «damp squib»

The phrase "damp squib" means something that turns out to be disappointing or uneventful, failing to meet expectations or excitement. Full definition

Sentences with «damp squib»

  • It was a bit of damp squib against Norwich, but hopefully that was just the beginning, and with momentum, become bigger over time. (justarsenal.com)
  • «On Saturday, the fans had a chance to basically make their view known that it is time for change, but it turned into a massive damp squib. (justarsenal.com)
  • The lesson of the SDP's damp squib start is that Britain's first - past - the - post electoral system is very unforgiving for small parties. (theconversation.com)
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