Typically used in financial or business situations to describe a failure or closure.

Business Context

Imagines a situation where someone is up against a wall, symbolizing no way to move forward.

Metaphorical Barrier

Conveys a sense of finality and negative result, often after effort has been made.

Suggests doing whatever it takes, even facing risks, for a cause or person.

Often involves putting personal interests aside for something considered more important.

It's a figurative expression, nobody physically goes towards or touches a wall.