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Definitions from the WebTerm: last straw Part of speech: Noun Sense 1: The final act, event, or circumstance that causes someone to reach their limit or lose patience. Example sentence 1: After months of constant late nights and missed deadlines, her boss's criticism was the last straw, and she decided to quit her job. Example sentence 2: He had put up with his roommate's messy habits for a while, but when she left dirty dishes in the sink for the fifth time, it was the last straw. Sense 2: (idiomatic) The final small burden or annoyance that causes someone to give up or stop trying. Example sentence 1: The constant computer crashes and slow internet had been frustrating, but when the printer ran out of ink in the middle of an important document, it was the last straw, and he decided to buy a new one. Example sentence 2: The car had been breaking down frequently, and the repair costs were adding up. When the engine died completely on a busy highway, it was the last straw, and they decided to trade it in for a more reliable vehicle. Sense 3: (idiomatic) The final event that marks the end of something. Example sentence 1: The demolition of the old building was the last straw in the neighborhood's transformation into a modern business district. Example sentence 2: The team's loss in the final game of the season was the last straw for the coach, who decided it was time to retire. Related products: | ||||
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