Idiom: One-Hit Wonder
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A recording artist known for only one hit song, especially after failing at subsequent attempts at success.
A person or group known for achieving only a single major accomplishment.
An instance of getting high off the first hit.
Example Sentences
1
He had one hit song in the 80s, but he was a one-hit wonder and quickly faded into obscurity.
2
The band became famous with their debut single, but they never achieved much success afterward and were labeled as a one-hit wonder.
3
She had a brief period of fame with her first novel, but unfortunately, she turned out to be a one-hit wonder and couldn't replicate her success.
4
The actor's breakout role in that blockbuster film made him an overnight sensation, but he proved to be just a one-hit wonder and struggled to find success in subsequent movies.
5
After the release of their catchy hit single, the band became a household name, but they were unable to produce another successful song and became known as a one-hit wonder.
