go over like a lead balloon

Meaning: To be completely unsuccessful, contrary to expectations; to fail.

Language: English

Literally: (Already vivid in English)

Category: The Absurd

More idioms — The Absurd

• go to pieces — To fall apart physically or emotionally; to lose one's self-control.
• go up in smoke — To disappear; to be ruined.
• good grief! — An expletive that means "This is ridiculous!" or "I've had enough!".
• grasp at straws — To act in desperation with little hope of success.
• half-baked — Poorly planned or thought out.
• hanky panky — Sexual misconduct (sentence 1); mischievous behavior or activity (sentence 2); or suspici…

More English idioms

• go to the dogs — To fall into disrepair; to deteriorate.
• go with the flow — To take a relaxed attitude towards life.
• golden age — A time when something is at its best.
• good samaritan — A person who helps someone in trouble without thought of personal gain.
• grim reaper — Death.
• hair's breadth — A very narrow amount.

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