Ring down the curtain Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To end a performance or event, literally by lowering a theater curtain, or metaphorically to bring something to a close or finish.
Usage & Nuances
Mainly literary or theatrical; often used metaphorically for 'ending' or 'closing' something significant. Not used in everyday conversation. Similar to 'draw/bring the curtain down on.' More formal than just 'end'.
Example Sentences
After the last song, they rang down the curtain on the show.
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The director will ring down the curtain at the end of the play.
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It's time to ring down the curtain on this project.
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Once the host announced the winner, they rang down the curtain on the competition.
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We finally rung down the curtain on years of negotiations last week.
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When the company shut its doors, it really rung down the curtain on an era.
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