Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not-long-for-this-world
idiom
/nɒt lɒŋ fɔːr ðɪs wɜːrld/
Definition
A phrase used to describe someone or something that is nearing the end of its life or existence.
Examples
- “The doctor said that he’s not-long-for-this-world, so we should cherish our time with him.”
- “The company is not-long-for-this-world if it doesn’t adapt to the new market demands.”
Meaning
This expression often implies that the person or thing being referred to will soon die or cease to be.
Synonyms
- on borrowed time
- expiring
- fading away
