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as in disappointment
the emotion felt when one's expectations are not met
the museum exhibit was just so-so, and we returned home with a vague sense of letdown
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as in to disappoint
to fall short in satisfying the expectation or hope of
with my poor performance I really felt that I had let my teammates down
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Recent Examples of letdown
Zack Cox, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2025
Morgan Wallen Performs After high-concept performances from Lady Gaga in the last episode, Wallen’s low-key country performances seem like a bit of a letdown.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Jenna Autuori-Dedic, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025
Patty Wong welcomed home Toffee in March 2019, and almost instantly, the puppy let down her guard and asked for affection.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
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Noun
No fourth-quarter letdowns Just before the Celtics’ current nine-wins-in-10-games surge began, Mazzulla was asked how the team had lost 10 of its previous 21 games despite ranking near the top in the NBA in most big-picture metrics.
—Zack Cox, Hartford Courant, 24 Feb. 2025
Morgan Wallen Performs After high-concept performances from Lady Gaga in the last episode, Wallen’s low-key country performances seem like a bit of a letdown.
—Rosa Escandon, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Verb
Sadness The feeling of loss, sorrow, or being let down is a major one for your kiddos.
—Jenna Autuori-Dedic, Parents, 11 Apr. 2025
Patty Wong welcomed home Toffee in March 2019, and almost instantly, the puppy let down her guard and asked for affection.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for letdown
Noun
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The title is still up for grabs, but a three-horse race at the top is now down to two, with Leeds and Burnley promoted and Sheffield United having to get over their disappointment and try to go up through the play-offs.—
Gregg Evans,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Rebuilding credibility with investors after a prolonged period of disappointment will take time.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2025
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This is an excellent MLB matchup that will not disappoint; make sure to tune in with FuboTV to catch all the action.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Diaz did not disappoint, making quick work of the Cards (9-12) for his fifth save in as many tries.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This has been a source of frustration for the woman’s mother, who desires more time with her grandchildren.—
Ashley Vega,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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This largely comes from a place of frustration at what is perceived as self-hate.—
Tayler Adigun,
Essence,
16 Apr. 2025
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Much to his dismay, though, the Elimination Challenge is to create a tasting menu based on pickles — a food Tristen apparently loathes.—
Caroline Framke,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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To June's dismay, her best friend is also determined to stay back and fight.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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“Letdown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/letdown. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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