The last straw Meaning in English
expression
释义
A phrase used when something small is the final problem in a series, causing someone to lose patience or finally react.
用法与细微差别
This is an idiom, not literal, and is often used to express frustration that has built up over time. Often appears as "That was the last straw" or "It's the last straw." Related: "the straw that broke the camel's back." Not used in very formal writing.
例句
When his phone broke, it was the last straw for him.
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Her son lying again was the last straw.
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Getting stuck in traffic was the last straw after a bad day.
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I've had enough—your mess in the kitchen is the last straw.
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I tried to stay calm, but losing my wallet was the last straw.
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She was already tired, and the power outage was the last straw that made her cry.
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