“Dead in the water”

Definition

Unable to continue or succeed.

Examples

Examples

“Without funding, the project is dead in the water.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Dead in the water" mean?
"Dead in the water" means unable to continue or succeed..
How do you use "Dead in the water" in a sentence?
Example: "Without funding, the project is dead in the water."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Dead in the water"?
Неспособный продолжаться или добиться успеха. / Չկարողանալ շարունակել կամ հաջողել։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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