Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the die is cast
idiom
/ðə daɪ ɪz kɑːst/
Definition
A phrase used to indicate that a decision or action has been taken and is irreversible.
Examples
- Once she signed the contract, she realized that the die is cast.
- With his bold statement, he knew that the die is cast for his political career.
Meaning
This expression signifies that something has been decided, and there is no turning back.
Synonyms
- There’s no turning back
- The point of no return
- What’s done is done
