Fizzle and Zip

Fizzle

Fizzle verb - To make a sound like that of stretching out the speech sound \s\.
Usage example: oozing gobs of grease, a pair of fatty burgers fizzled on the grill

Zip and fizzle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Zip" instead a verb "Fizzle".

Nearby Words: fizz, fizzled, fizzling

Zip

Zip verb - To fly, turn, or move rapidly with a fluttering or vibratory sound.

Fizzle and zip are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Fizzle" instead a verb "Zip".

Nearby Words: zipped, zipper, zipping

Mutual synonyms

Both words in one sentence

  • Series / Wheel of Fortune During the New York City remote tapings of 2013, only 2 out of 20 Bonus Rounds were won, largely due to some very difficult puzzles such as FIZZLE OUT, ZIP UP YOUR JACKET, and FINICKY BABY.
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