Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
a-flash-in-the-pan
idiom
/ə ˌflæʃ ɪn ðə pæn/
Definition
A brief and temporary success or occurrence that is unlikely to be repeated.
Examples
- His early success in the music industry turned out to be just a flash in the pan, as he never released another hit.
- The company’s latest product was a flash in the pan, gaining attention for a week before sales dropped.
Meaning
This phrase describes something that appears promising or successful for a moment but ultimately leads to nothing substantial or lasting.
Synonyms
- brief success
- temporary success
- one-hit wonder
