Go the way of the dodo Meaning in English
expression
Definition
To disappear, become extinct, or stop existing—just like the dodo bird, which is no longer found in the world.
Usage & Nuances
This is an informal, humorous idiom. Often used for technologies, trends, or things becoming obsolete. Not literal—used metaphorically ('old phones have gone the way of the dodo'). Can sound playful or a bit dramatic.
Example Sentences
Many landline phones have gone the way of the dodo.
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If you don't upgrade, your computer will soon go the way of the dodo.
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Many traditions have gone the way of the dodo over time.
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If we’re not careful, handwritten letters might go the way of the dodo.
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That toy was everywhere when I was a kid, but now it’s gone the way of the dodo.
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Physical maps have pretty much gone the way of the dodo thanks to GPS.
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