Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
its-curtains
idiom
/ɪts ˈkɜːrtənz/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that a situation has reached a conclusion or that someone is in serious trouble.
Examples
- When the boss found out about the mistake, it was curtains for the project.
- If we don’t fix this issue soon, it’ll be curtains for the whole team.
Meaning
The expression ‘it’s curtains’ suggests that there is no way out, often because of an impending failure or demise.
Synonyms
- end
- finished
- over
- the end
