Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hit-the-wall
idiomatic expression
/ˈhɪt ðə wɔːl/
Definition
To reach a point where one is unable to continue or make further progress, often due to fatigue or mental exhaustion.
Examples
- After running for miles, I really felt like I hit the wall and couldn’t go any further.
- During the final stretch of the project, the team hit the wall and struggled to meet the deadline.
Meaning
This phrase is commonly used to describe a situation where someone feels they’ve done all they can and cannot push themselves any further.
Synonyms
- reach a breaking point
- run out of steam
- come to a standstill
