have fizzled
- present perfect of fizzle.
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
Linkin Park’s plans for a triumphal Dodger Stadium hometown show seem to have fizzled.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 31, 2025
“I think that’s only revealed by working one step at a time,” Smith said, highlighting that previous efforts may have fizzled out because the museum didn’t have stable financial footing.
From Seattle Times ● May 5, 2024
The Edinburgh Fringe was the sort of last-minute decision which could easily have fizzled out before it even began.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2023
"Quite a different matter," said the detective, "and your will would have fizzled out at the critical moment."
From In the Onyx Lobby by Wells, Carolyn
