flameout
/ˈfleɪmaʊt/
noun
- A sudden failure or stopping of a jet engine or other device that burns fuel.
- The mechanic checked the fuel system to prevent a flameout during the flight.
- Engine flameouts are rare but can be dangerous if not handled properly.
- The pilot reported a flameout in the left engine and had to make an emergency landing.
- A sudden and complete failure or collapse, especially of a person's career, performance, or effort.
- After his flameout in the championship game, he decided to retire from sports.
- The company's flameout was caused by poor management and bad investments.
- Her political flameout surprised everyone who thought she would win easily.
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