Phrases with «false dawn»

The phrase "false dawn" refers to a situation where something seems promising or hopeful at first, but it later turns out to be disappointing or not as good as it appeared initially. It suggests that there is a misleading or mistaken sense of optimism that ultimately leads to disappointment. Full definition

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Sentences with «false dawn»

Whether February 28 will go down as the start of another burst of form worth sticking around for at Old Trafford or the next false dawn of disappointment may not save Van Gaal's job but it could soften his place in the emotional memories of a fanbase who haven't always been given enough over the past few months to keep believing in. (squawka.com)
Liverpool have had a number of false dawns in the last six years or so, when a decisive end to the season created expectations for the next, much like how our FA Cup victories since 2014 have deluded us into thinking Wenger has regained his mojo. (7amkickoff.com)
They are studded with false dawns that lure investors in only to be creamed by the next down leg. (wolfstreet.com)
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Phrases with «false dawn»

Sentences with «false dawn»

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