face-plant
Britishverb
noun
Example Sentences
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“It’s a strong consideration,” Langer insisted, saying he’s exhausted by City Hall’s face-plant when it comes to answering the basic needs of nearby residents and merchants.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2024
The developments amount to a face-plant by Humane, which had positioned itself as a top contender among a wave of A.I. hardware makers.
From New York Times ● Jun. 6, 2024
“It’s about being able to take a really big risk and to know you can face-plant and it’s okay,” Schraf says.
From Washington Post ● May 19, 2022
I want to thank all the people who came to my aid the other day when I did a face-plant at the corner of Sixth and Pine.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 30, 2021
Next thing I know, I’m tripping over something and almost face-plant in front of everyone.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
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