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Definition of flash-pan in English English dictionary

flash in the pan
A career notable for early success not followed by significant accomplishment

He was named best new director of 1940, but his career was a flash in the pan.

flash in the pan
A transient occurrence with no long-term effect

The concept turned out to be merely a flash in the pan, and is no longer used.

flash in the pan
someone who enjoys transient success but then fails
flash in the pan
dramatic display that quickly fades into nothing; person who has temporary success but then fails
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