face-plant

British  

verb

1. (intr) to fall onto one's face, esp when skiing or snowboarding

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noun

1. an act or instance of falling onto one's face

Example Sentences

“Sometimes I’ll land to a standing ovation. Sometimes I’ll face-plant in front of everyone. Either way, I’m fun to watch. At least, that’s what everyone keeps telling me.”

From Los Angeles Times

“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

I called it quits after a hard face-plant off the surfboard and into the wet sand.

From Los Angeles Times

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

I stumble over a brick but catch myself before I face-plant.

From Literature