fizzle
verb (used without object)
to make a hissing or sputtering sound, especially one that dies out weakly.
have fizzled
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present perfectof fizzle.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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A surge in excitement this year about energy stocks appears to have fizzled, according to the latest data on what investors are trading.
From Barron's ● Apr. 15, 2026
Would-be blockbusters, including “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” and “The Fall Guy,” have fizzled.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2024
Liverpool playing like their season and Klopp's tenure have fizzled out.
From BBC ● Apr. 26, 2024
It can also help to set a time limit for swiping and communicating with matches, like 20 minutes a day, she said — and to delete contacts or conversations that have fizzled.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 11, 2024
"Quite a different matter," said the detective, "and your will would have fizzled out at the critical moment."
From In the Onyx Lobby by Carolyn Wells
