Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-damage-is-done
idiom
ðə ˈdæmɪdʒ ɪz dʌn

Definition
A phrase used to indicate that harm or negative consequences have already occurred and cannot be undone.

Examples
- After the argument, she realized that the damage is done and their friendship was forever changed.
- He tried to fix his mistake, but the damage is done, and trust has been broken.

Meaning
Refers to a situation where something bad has happened and it is too late to change it.

Synonyms
- The harm is irreversible
- The point of no return
- The die is cast