Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spell-the-end

idiom
spɛl ði ɛnd
Definition
To indicate that something is coming to a conclusion or is at its final stage.
Examples
  • The recent changes in management might just spell the end for the current project.
  • If we don’t take action against climate change, it could spell the end of many species.
Meaning
This phrase typically suggests that a situation or event is nearing its termination, often with significant implications.
Synonyms
  • mark the conclusion
  • signal the demise
  • portend the end