Idiom Breakdown

final nail in the coffin

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Definition

Something that is ultimately responsible for a previously prospective demise or failure.

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In Context

"The Slurpie Shack franchise was already considering filing for bankruptcy after five years of poor profits, but a fire that destroyed the flagship restaurant was the final nail in the coffin."

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Also Said As

last nail in the coffin

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See Also

another nail in one's coffin