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Definition |
someone who has lost their fame or
success |
Examples |
1) He used to be a well-known actor,
but now he's just a has-been.
2) Many people still remember her as a great singer, but others see
her as a has-been. |
Etymology |
It is formed from the verb phrase "has
been," which indicates that something happened in the past |
Synonyms |
faded glory, one-time star |
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