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Old February 27, 2019, 01:30 PM
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Flash in the pan
How do you say "flash in the pan" in Spanish?

It means something that is bright and then burns out quick. Something that isn't sustainable or durable.
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flor de un día

pan para hoy y hambre para mañana
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Oxford agrees with Alec!

https://es.oxforddictionaries.com/tr...ash_in_the_pan

It will also depend on the context!

Also "éxito pasajero"

Tormenta en un vaso de agua.

Ilusión óptica.

Algo efímero...

https://context.reverso.net/traducci...ash+in+the+pan

Saludos cordiales.
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Muy Divertido!!
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