deflate in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8
Definition
Deflate: to release air or gas from something, causing it to lose volume or pressure, or to diminish in intensity or importance.
Crossword clues for deflate
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "deflate".
- Let air out of a tire.
- Reduce the size of a balloon.
- Make something less important.
- Release gas from an inflatable.
- Shrink by losing pressure.
Deflate sentence examples
- The sudden loss of air caused the balloon to deflate rapidly.
- After the disappointing news, his enthusiasm seemed to deflate like a popped tire.
- The team worked hard to deflate the tension in the room before the big presentation.
- The mechanic had to deflate the tires to repair the damage properly.
- Over time, the excitement surrounding the project began to deflate as challenges arose.