damp squib

US /dæmp skwɪb/
UK /dæmp skwɪb/
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kegagalan, kekalahan

something that is expected to be exciting, impressive, or effective but turns out to be disappointing or a failure

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The highly anticipated concert turned out to be a bit of a damp squib, with poor sound quality and a short setlist.
Konser yang sangat dinanti-nantikan ternyata menjadi kegagalan, dengan kualitas suara yang buruk dan daftar lagu yang pendek.
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Despite all the hype, the new product launch was a bit of a damp squib, failing to generate much excitement.
Meskipun semua gembar-gembor, peluncuran produk baru itu agak mengecewakan, gagal menghasilkan banyak kegembiraan.
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