Be at the end of something

phrase

To reach the final part of a process, activity, or state.

After a long drive, we were at the end of our journey.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To reach the final part of a process, activity, or state

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's tether
  • be at the end of the road
phrase

To have lost all patience or endurance.

After dealing with the kids all day, I'm at the end of my tether.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To have lost all patience or endurance

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's patience
  • be at the end of one's rope

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

phrase

To have used all of a supply of something.

I'm at the end of my money until payday next week.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To have used all of a supply of something

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's resources
  • be at the end of one's food
phrase

To reach the final part of a process, activity, or state.

After a long drive, we were at the end of our journey.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To reach the final part of a process, activity, or state

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's tether
  • be at the end of the road
phrase

To have lost all patience or endurance.

After dealing with the kids all day, I'm at the end of my tether.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To have lost all patience or endurance

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's patience
  • be at the end of one's rope

Usage tips

Disapproving

Colloquial

phrase

To have used all of a supply of something.

I'm at the end of my money until payday next week.
Visual representation of "be at the end of something" - To have used all of a supply of something

Often appears as...

  • be at the end of one's resources
  • be at the end of one's food
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "be at the end of something"
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Finishing Stages

Use this phrase when something is near its conclusion, like events or time periods.

Illustration for Finishing Stages
The concert is at the end of its program, only one song left.
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Journey's Close

Ideal for describing the nearing end of physical trips or metaphorical journeys in life.

Illustration for Journey's Close
He's at the end of his college days and ready to graduate.
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Emotional Impact

Can convey relief or sadness that something is nearing completion, depending on the tone.

Illustration for Emotional Impact
We're at the end of the rehearsal process, I'll miss everyone.
Visual representation of the word "Be at the end of something"

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