The slang term “go over like a lead balloon” means to be received poorly or have a negative reaction from others. It implies that something is unpopular, disliked, or unsuccessful.
This phrase originates from the fact that a lead balloon would be heavy and unable to float in the air, thus descending quickly. The use of the term “lead” emphasizes the heaviness and lack of success.
Examples:
1. I thought my joke would be funny, but it went over like a lead balloon. No one laughed.
2. The new policy of increasing prices for our products went over like a lead balloon among customers. They were not happy and started looking for alternatives.
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