Emphasizes an unexpected end to a plan or hope, often used with a tone of surprise or resignation. We were all set for the beach, but with this rain, bang goes our sunny day out.
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Colloquial Use
Mostly used in casual conversation amongst friends or family, not in formal settings. He's lost the ticket? Well, bang goes the football match this Saturday.
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No Change of Mind
Conveys a sense that the opportunity is entirely lost, not just postponed or altered. Bang goes my chance of seeing the concert, since it's sold out now.