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"flame out" is a correct and commonly used phrase in written English
It means to suddenly lose enthusiasm or energy, especially in regard to a particular activity or pursuit. Example: After months of training and preparation, his dream of becoming a professional athlete abruptly flamed out when he suffered a career-ending injury.
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flame out
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Of processes and equipment involving combustion, to fail due to extinction of flame.
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Or to flame out completely.
Or they may flame out and disappear.
Maybe it's not a surprise that things flame out".
Wonder Showzen was always doomed to flame out early.
Captain John figured to flame out fast, and he did.
Or else they flame out in tragic style, like poor Rosie.
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RC: A high percentage had huge flame outs too.
Julia Roberts and Tom Hanks flamed out "Larry Crowne".
Mr. Belinsky flamed out soon enough.
He attended three high schools and flamed out at Louisville.
CINCINNATI — Last season, Daisuke Matsuzaka flamed out with the Boston Red Sox.
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