letdown

Example Sentences

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Considering the gravity of the subject, and its immense potential, “The Wizard of the Kremlin” is not just a letdown, but something more like an insult.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

“But D-MER is very specifically characterized by how abrupt it is. It comes on suddenly with milk letdown and resolves quickly. Baby blues don’t behave that way. They’re not tied to a specific physical trigger.”

From Slate • Mar. 15, 2026

The Rams are certainly capable of a letdown.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 16, 2026

That may be somewhat of a letdown after the past three years—yet history is rife with examples of much worse outcomes.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

This came as a strange letdown, to see how the game always went to those who knew the rules without understanding the lesson.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver