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Idiom: End Of The Line

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The termination point of a railway or similar transportation system.

The final cessation or discontinuance of a process, institution, or person, especially one which has existed for a considerable period of time; death.

Example Sentences

1
After years of struggling financially, the company found itself at the end of the line and had to file for bankruptcy.
2
I'm afraid this is the end of the line for our relationship; we just can't seem to work things out.
3
The detective reached the end of the line in his investigation when he failed to find any solid evidence.
4
With failing grades and no motivation, John realized he was at the end of the line academically and decided to drop out of school.
5
Having been caught cheating on his taxes, the businessman knew it was the end of the line for his career.

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