Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-bubble-has-burst

idiom

/ðə ˈbʌb.əl hæz bɜrst/

Definition

A phrase used to indicate that an unsustainable situation has ended, often referring to a situation where inflated expectations or prices have collapsed.

Examples

The tech bubble has burst, leaving many investors in shock.
Once the housing market crashed, it was clear that the bubble had burst.
People were optimistic about the startup’s potential, but then the bubble burst.

Meaning

This expression typically suggests that the excitement or optimism surrounding a specific situation has faded, leading to a sudden realization that it was not based on reality.