VOCABULARY - IDIOMS

Busted Flush

Meaning:

A failure, someone or something that seemed promising but did not develop well

Examples:

  • After losing all their key players to injuries, the once-promising team became a busted flush.
  • The company's expansion plans turned out to be a busted flush when the economy took a downturn.
  • His political career was a busted flush after the scandal erupted.
  • The expensive marketing campaign was a busted flush when the product failed to resonate with consumers.
  • The project's budget was overspent, and its timeline missed, making it a busted flush.
  • Despite his talent, the artist's latest exhibition was considered a busted flush by critics.
  • The new CEO's radical restructuring plan turned out to be a busted flush, leading to mass layoffs.
  • The promising startup turned out to be a busted flush when it failed to secure additional funding.
  • The once-reliable supplier became a busted flush when it repeatedly missed delivery deadlines.
  • After losing the championship game, the team's hopes of victory were a busted flush.
  • The once-thriving neighborhood became a busted flush after the main employer shut down.
  • The extravagant wedding plans turned into a busted flush when the venue canceled at the last minute.
  • The investment scheme promised high returns but ended up being a busted flush, leaving investors empty-handed.
  • Despite his qualifications, his job application was a busted flush due to a lack of relevant experience.
  • The politician's attempts to gain support for the controversial policy were a busted flush.
  • The company's attempt to enter the overseas market was a busted flush due to regulatory hurdles.
  • The romantic relationship turned into a busted flush when trust issues arose.
  • The ambitious construction project became a busted flush when unforeseen obstacles halted progress.
  • The once-popular nightclub became a busted flush after new competition opened nearby.
  • Despite his efforts, his attempts to repair the damaged reputation were a busted flush.