the last straw
Intermediate (B1)neutral
The final small problem that causes someone to lose patience completely.
"His constant lateness was the last straw — she ended the partnership."
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Esfand · 185:08
was the last straw.
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This is the last straw.
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What was the last straw?
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The Big Bang Theory · 17:44
No, it's the last straw.
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The Big Bang Theory · 20:58
No, it's the last straw.