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anticlimactic conclusion

[ˌæn.ti.klaɪˈmæk.tɪk kənˈkluː.ʒən]
noun phrasepl: anticlimactic conclusions
conclusão anticlimática
1. An ending that is disappointing because it is less exciting, dramatic, or important than expected
After weeks of buildup, the movie had an anticlimactic conclusion that left audiences feeling let down.
Depois de semanas de antecipação, o filme teve uma conclusão anticlimática que deixou o público decepcionado.
2. A finale that fails to deliver the emotional impact or resolution anticipated by the audience
The season's anticlimactic conclusion did not satisfy fans who expected a dramatic finale.
A conclusão anticlimática da temporada não satisfez os fãs que esperavam um final dramático.
NYC Slang
a total letdown / a bust ending
Synonyms
disappointing endingletdownflat conclusionunderwhelming finishdamp squib
Antonyms
climactic conclusionthrilling endingdramatic finalesatisfying conclusion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conclusão anticlimática
Standard usage throughout Brazil
São Paulo
final decepcionante
Common alternative phrasing
Portugal
conclusão anticlimax
Portuguese variation using 'anticlimax' as singular noun

Related Idioms & Phrases

fizzle out
fall flat
peter out
end with a whimper
fail to deliver the goods
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